Distinguished by a lion-shaped crown, three eyes, and six arms, this fearsome Buddhist deity was worshipped for his power to turn lust into a pure desire for spiritual enlightenment. Formerly kept at a now-defunct temple in Nara, the sculpture retains its original halo, pedestal, and ornaments."
The Wisdom King Fudō
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 11
July 9, 2024 (Tue)–
September 29, 2024 (Sun)
The Bodhisattva Monju Riding His Lion, Accompanied by Followers
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 11
July 9, 2024 (Tue)–
September 29, 2024 (Sun)