Carved from wood with visible chisel marks, this statue portrays Fudo Myoo in the distinctive style of Enku-butsu. Fudo Myoo, a central figure in Japanese Esoteric Buddhism, is known as a powerful guardian deity who stands firm against obstacles and negative influences. Statues made in the Enku aesthetic embrace the natural contours and grain of the timber, resulting in a rustic yet powerful presence.
This piece stands approximately 32.5 cm tall, 12.7 cm wide, and 7 cm deep, weighing 405 grams. As an aged piece of traditional Buddhist art, it shows visible scratches, marks, and ongoing signs of natural wear over time. It offers a unique window into historic Japanese woodcarving traditions.
Antique-style wooden statue of Fudō Myōō (Acala), described as an Enkū Buddha carving. Measures approximately 32.5 cm high, 12.7 cm wide, and 7 cm deep; weighs approximately 405 g. In good condition with age-related deterioration over time; please refer to photos for details.
