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RISDM 40-173.tif
An ink painting in slight color and gold of the bodhisattva Jizō descending on clouds. Jizō carries a round wish-granting jewel in one hand and a staff in the other.
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  • RISDM 40-173.tif
  • An ink painting in slight color and gold of the bodhisattva Jizō descending on clouds. Jizō carries a round wish-granting jewel in one hand and a staff in the other.

Unknown Maker, Japanese

Boddhisatva Jizō

Description

Maker

Unknown Maker, Japanese

Culture

Japanese

Title

Boddhisatva Jizō

Period

Muromachi

Year

1400s

Medium

  • ink,
  • color and gold on silk

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • ink,
  • color and gold on silk

Materials

paint

Supports

  • silk

Geography

Origin: Japan

Dimensions

Overall with mount: 168.2 x 51.5 cm (66 1/4 x 20 1/4 inches)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

Object Number

40.173

Type

  • Paintings

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

M. Ripley "Rip" Hudner Buddha Gallery
Jun 10, 2014

Label copy

Portrayed here is the bodhisattva Jizo, a deity who appears in numerous Buddhist texts. Standing on clouds and wearing robes ornamented with gold, a wish-granting jewel in one hand and a staff in the other, Jizo inspires awe. This depiction derives from images of the Amida Buddha descending with bodhisattvas to welcome the souls of the deceased and guide them to the Pure Land.

As one who postponed enlightenment to remain in the human realm and guide others, Jizo is a benevolent figure who conveys compassion and offers hope of salvation.

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Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Japanese
Boddhisatva Jizō, 1400s
ink, color and gold on silk
Overall with mount: 168.2 x 51.5 cm (66 1/4 x 20 1/4 inches)
Gift of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. 40.173

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