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Lot 62

A JAPANESE BUDDHIST WOODEN FIGURE OF TAMON-TEN
MUROMACHI PERIOD (1336-1573), 15TH CENTURY

Very finely carved as a standing figure dressed in armour, holding a pagoda in the left hand and a spear in the right, standing atop a demon. Remnant original polychrome decoration. Together with an old Japanese wooden box.
15.5cm high, 7cm wide

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

Unsold

Small old repairs to the hand holding the spear and to the tip of the pagoda. Old wear and small losses to the original polychrome. Chips to part of the figure's clothing at the back


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Asian Works of Art

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8670
6:00pm - 5 December 2022
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141

VIEWING
Friday 2 - Sunday 4 December, 10am - 4pm
333 Malvern Road, South Yarra VIC

CONTACT
Dominic Kavanagh
asianart@leonardjoel.com.au


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