Jcollector has recently listed a remarkable pair of bronze temple guardians or Nio protectors (literally benevolent kings). These dynamic figures are traditionally found at the entrance of most Japanese temples. They are said to represent motion and emotion and serve as fierce protectors wherever they stand.
The Nio, which appear in some form in most Buddhist [...]
Filed under: Jcollector | Tagged: Bronze, Buddha, Buddhism, Sculpture | Leave a Comment »
