Exceptional buddhist devotional  appliqué depicting Prince Shotoku ( Shotoku Taishi) . A key figure in promotion of Buddhism in Japan , Shotoku lived in 7 th century AD and dedicated his life to propagation of Buddhist dharma. He is often depicted on devotional scrolls, altars etc . This applique was probably a part of the large Buddha altar.    < UU36  >  
Some minor patination, otherwise good condition 

Age: Late Edo period, 19 th century
Size : W.7.5cm (3inch),     H.17.5 cm (7inch) 
Weight: 50gr (0.1lb)

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