

Tobatsu Bishamonten
Wooden statue of Tobatsu Bishamonten by artist Unkei. The statue depicts a large, imposing figure with a stern expression and a tall, rectangular headpiece. The figure has a large belly and is wearing a short skirt and a top with short sleeves. The right arm is raised with the palm facing outward. The left arm is at the side. The figure stands on a base with three smaller figures. The base has a rounded edge and a flat top. The background is grey, transitioning from dark at the top to light at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 10th–early 11th century
- Medium
- Zelkova wood with traces of color
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 468 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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