Fudō Myōō (Acalanātha)

Japan

Nanbokuchō period (1336–92)

Not on view

Expressive carving and exquisite decoration in cut gold (kirikane) make this small image an eloquent witness to the fervent belief in the benign power of this deity. One of the Five Great Light Kings, Fudō (Sanskrit: Acalanatha), the Immovable One, came to be widely venerated as a staunch protector, particularly among samurai warriors.

Fudō Myōō (Acalanātha), Painted and lacquered wood, with gold foil, Japan

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Fudō Myōō (Acalanātha), Painted and lacquered wood, with gold foil, Japan
Fudō Myōō (Acalanātha), Painted and lacquered wood, with gold foil, Japan

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