Antique Japanese Fudo Myo O Statue (SKU: 25D-434) -

Antique Japanese Fudo Myo-o Statue - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-434)

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25D-434
$1,100.00
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Dimensions: 4 1/2"W x 4"D x 10 1/2"H
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Antique Japanese Fudo Myo O Statue (SKU 25D-434)

Weathered Taishō-era Fudō Myō-ō guardian figure with powerful sculptural presence

This vintage pottery statue depicts Fudō Myōō (不動明王), the Immovable Wisdom King, rendered in a compact yet powerful form. He stands firmly upon a rounded base, holding a sword in one hand to cut through ignorance, with stylized flames rising behind him symbolizing purification and spiritual strength. His intense expression and furrowed brow convey authority and unwavering resolve.

The surface features a dark, earthy glaze with areas of natural wear, revealing subtle variations in clay and firing. The textured flame halo and hand-modeled details give the piece strong sculptural depth, reflecting the expressive character often found in mid-20th-century Japanese folk-influenced ceramics. Compact in scale, it serves well as a devotional object or as a striking accent in a curated interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taisho Era
  • Material: Pottery
  • Use: Personal altar / butsudan figure, Buddhist decor, collector display
  • Features: Fudō Myō-ō guardian deity; sculpted flame mandorla; expressive facial carving; richly weathered surface with visible wear, losses, and old fills consistent with age and devotional use
  • Dimensions: 4 1/2"W x 4"D x 10 1/2"H
  • Condition: Good antique condition with notable surface wear, chipping, and patina that enhance its wabi-sabi appeal

A striking, small-scale embodiment of Fudō Myō-ō, ideal for those seeking an authentic Japanese Buddhist guardian statue with genuine age and presence.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

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size:
4 1/2"W x 4"D x 10 1/2"H