Large Japanese Buddhist Statue: Amida Nyorai (Buddha)

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Large Japanese Buddhist Statue: Amida Nyorai (Buddha) This very nice statue of Amida Nyorai (The Buddha of Infinite light). It dates back to the mid/late Edo-Period (1603-1867) circa 1750-1800. This statue was carved using the yosegi zukuri (joined block) method, which involved the joining of multiple blocks of hinoke (Japanese Cypress) together in order to form the whole statue. This method was used very effectively to prevent the statues from splitting over time. The Amida Figure stands on an 8 tiered wooden lotus dais with a carved wooden mandorla depicting swirling clouds. He is performing the Raigo-in mudra (hand position), which represents reasoning, teaching, and discussion. This statue is in excellent condition, especially considering its age. The only flaw is a very small chip out of the tip of the mandorla. The Buddha's right foot was lost at some point in time and has been professionally replaced, as have 3 of the fingers on his right (upper) hand. The base/dais and the mandorla fit together snuggly, but can still be separated with ease, as can be the Buddha. Amida Nyorai is the main figure in the Jodo (Pure land) sect of Japanese Buddhism. Amida's name means infinite light or life, and he resides in the Western Paradise. Amida Nyorai has promised that anyone can join him t if they call out his name in faith before they read more

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