Fudo Myoo (半跏不動明王)

This half-seated Fudo Myoo in keyaki (zelkova) is carved with crisp lines and a grounded, ready posture—steady in the lower body, upright through the torso, with a firm, alert grip.

The flame mandorla rises in tight arcs and the muscular definition is kept controlled rather than exaggerated, giving the piece a clear sense of contained force and composure.

About this piece

This is a carved wooden figure made from keyaki (zelkova), finished to emphasize sharp contours, defined anatomy, and the structured rhythm of the flame mandorla. The model follows a widely recognized Japanese iconographic type of Fudo Myoo in a half-seated posture—an established variant used alongside seated and standing forms—created within the tradition of Buddhist sculptural workshops that reproduce classical temple imagery for home and study settings. This form exists as part of that broader sculptural vocabulary, offering a distinct, formal posture that has long been commissioned and produced as a standard type rather than as a one-off invention.

Cultural note

In Japan, Fudo Myoo (Acala) is revered in Esoteric Buddhism (Mikkyō), especially within Shingon and Tendai lineages, as a protective figure associated with steadfast resolve and the cutting through of obstacles. Images like this are commonly approached as devotional icons: placed with care, kept clean, and treated with a quiet, respectful mindset rather than as casual décor. Many people choose a stable, slightly elevated spot, avoid placing the figure directly on the floor, and handle it with clean hands—pausing briefly before and after moving it as a simple gesture of respect.

Details

• Size: H 32.5 × W 14.5 × D 10.5 cm
• Material: Keyaki (Zelkova)
• Origin: Made in China

Placement & care

• Place on a stable surface where it won’t be bumped; a small stand or shelf is ideal.
• Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity to help preserve the wood and finish.
• Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid water and household cleaners.
• If you move the statue, lift from the base with clean hands rather than pulling on protruding details.

Shipping timeline

• Ships within 2–3 business days.