After a ca. 1920 Japanese granite original of a monk figure set on a circular lotus-flower base. The fingers of his proper right hand are posed to hold a staff and his proper left hand holds a wish-granting jewel identifying him as a "Jizo Bodhisattva" (bosatsu in Japanese). In Buddhism a bodhisattva is an enlightened being who forgoes nirvana to save others. A jizo is a bodhisattva known as a protector of children, women, travelers and those who are suffering or afflicted, and is often depicted as a monk.
Dimensions: 53" high, 21" overall width of base. Weight: 430 lbs.
Color: Available in Granite
