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Antique Buddha Museum Statues
Wood Bodhidharma
Vintage Chinese Root Wood Carving Zen Master

Bodhidharma

in Winter

Origin: China, Circa: 20th century
H 5.5 in.(14cm), W 4 in.(10cm), D 3 in.(7.5cm)
Measurement including wood pedestal
Condition : Excellent!
Thoroughly merged with the natural form of a tree root, half hidden by his rustic heavy cloak, is Bodhidharma, the Indian sage who brought Buddhism to China. Upon his arrival there he was granted an interview with the emperor, after which he retired into silent meditation for nine years, then departed the country. His emphasis on meditation and his example of devotedness was revered and emulated in China. He is also credited as the Patriarch of Buddhism in Japan that came to be known as Zen. Thus he is also known as Daruma, the wish-fulfilling deity in Japan. Here he is seen seated in meditation. This elegant little carving is made of a natural dense root wood. The irregularities and knots have been left in place, accentuating the rustic mood. All forms which have been carved into the wood are admirably done; however the remarkable face of Bodhidharma is the center and the highlight of this work.


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Root Wood Bodidharma
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