Jizō bosatsu (bodhisattva Kşitigarbha), M.C. 2170(4), En 1709

Date of production: in 1709 dating in century: 18th century type(s) of object(s): sculpture name(s): statue materials and techniques: bronze place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 124cm width: 29cm diameter: 41. 5cm length: 29cm description: one of amida's exemplary disciples, jizō saves souls from hell by guiding them to the pure land paradise. Sculpted at the beginning, with his head shaved and wearing a monastic habit (kesa) like a monk, he clutches in his right hand a staff (shakujō) with six attached rings, which he resonates to bring men out of their disillusionment and bring them to awakening. The buddhist jewel (hōju no tama), which he holds in his left hand, symbolizes his benevolence towards all suffering beings. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2170. Date: En 1709.