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A demon as a mendicant monk
Kawanabe Kyôsai, 1850 - 1889
A demon dressed as a mendicant monk is travelling to collect money for a temple, while calling on Buddha Amida in a loud voice. He is striking a wooden gong to announce his arrival. The motif is a metaphor for Buddhism’s power to save: even demons can change their ways. Although this depiction is probably an ironic portrayal of insincerity and pretended piety.
- Artwork typehanging scroll
- Object numberAK-RAK-2000-14
- Dimensionsheight 193.8 cm x width 37.7 cm, height 127.0 cm x width 31.0 cm, width 435 mm, diameter 46 mm, diameter 26 mm, height 7.5 cm x width 46.7 cm x depth 8 cm
- Physical characteristicsinkt in kleur