Monju Triad (obverse)

Cleveland Museum of Art

Monju Triad (obverse) by Unkei. A circular stone carving with a weathered appearance featuring three figures. The central figure sits cross-legged on a platform with a dog carved at the base. Two standing figures flank the central figure, each with hands raised and a halo behind their head. The central figure also has a halo. The circular carving has a metal wire attached at the top for hanging. The edge of the circle is rough and brown around the circumference. The background of the image is gray and darkens at the top.