Japanese Kutani Porcelain Buddhist Triad of Kannon, 1800s

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Description

A late Meiji period Japanese Kutani porcelain triad representing Kannon with two standing attendant bodhisattvas, conceived as a complete sculptural … Read more A late Meiji period Japanese Kutani porcelain triad representing Kannon with two standing attendant bodhisattvas, conceived as a complete sculptural and devotional ensemble.

The seated central figure holds a sutra scroll, while the attendants are differentiated by subtle variations in ornament and colour, highlighting the hand-crafted nature of the group. The refined Kutani palette, generous gilding, and finely worked nanako-ji texture of the cloaks give the ensemble strong sculptural presence.

Complete Kutani Buddhist triads of this quality are rare and highly desirable.

Measurements
• Height: up to 28.5 cm (11.2″)
• Combined weight: approx. 3.48 kg

Condition
Excellent antique condition with minor stable base hairlines and light wear to gilding. No restoration detected. See less