Antique Japanese Sado Stone Buddha Jizo "No Face" - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-338-1)

Antique Japanese Sado No Face Buddha, Stone (SKU 25D-338-1)

Quietly eroded Sado stone Buddha with a softly worn “no-face” expression from rural Japan.

Hand-carved from a single block of pale, speckled stone, this modest no-face Buddha embodies the wabi-sabi spirit of countryside sekibutsu (stone images). The facial details have been intentionally left almost blank, inviting a meditative stillness and allowing the viewer’s own emotion to complete the expression.

Likely once enshrined along a village path or in a small garden altar, the figure sits in a simple seated pose, its robe and base only lightly indicated by chisel marks now softened by time. Subtle weathering, pinholes, and color variations in the stone give this Taishō-era piece a natural presence that suits both traditional and contemporary interiors.

• Origin: Japan, likely Sado Island
• Era: Taishō period (1912–1926) or early 20th century
• Material: Natural carved stone (granite-like fieldstone)
• Use: Garden or interior display; personal altar or contemplative focal point
• Features: Rustic no-face Buddha form; hand-carved sekibutsu style; softly weathered surface with natural inclusions; stable seated base ideal for zen garden or tokonoma display
• Dimensions: 6 1/2"W x 4"D x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear and small pits consistent with age and outdoor use

A quietly powerful piece that brings the calm presence of an old Japanese stone Buddha into any space.

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.