Japanese Buddhist Icon Mini Altar
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist icon. The icon is incased in a black lacquer mini altar. It represents a Buddhist figure in the classic colorful style. The inside of the mini altar's functional doors are in gold color. There are inscriptions in red on the back of the mini altar.
- Wood, lacquer, paper, fabric
- Black, gold, red, blue, orange
- Characters on the back: 本願寺 honganji Hongwanji (Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha)
- C1980
- Item weight: 238 grams
- Packed weight: 438 grams
- Approx. 10.5 cm long x 3.2 cm wide x 17.3 cm tall
- Good condition. Minor scratches on the back. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- Acquired at an estate sale of an old Japanese family in Nagoya, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
