Japan, Kamakura period (1185–1333) / 1200s
Welcoming Descent of Jizō
The Cleveland Museum of Art catalogs Welcoming Descent of Jizō as painting (Japan, Kamakura period (1185–1333) · 1200s).
Jizō is well known for rescuing people from the many Buddhist hells.
A CLOSER LOOK
The museum identifies this painting as Hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and cut gold on silk.
The museum's collection notes: The bodhisattva Jizō—an enlightened being who refuses to become a Buddha in order to aid other beings in their quest for enlightenment—appears as a Buddhist monk carrying a wish-fulfilling jewel and a golden staff topped with rings. He descends with each of his feet balanced atop a lotus, borne by clouds to save a suffering believer who has called out for his help. Jizō is well known among Buddhists for rescuing people from the many Buddhist hells.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
The Cleveland Museum of ArtWelcoming Descent of JizōOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.