{"product_id":"prince","title":"Seated Prince Shōtoku Playing Flute Bronze Statue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant bronze finished statue depicts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003ePrince Shōtoku (Shōtoku Taishi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of Japan's most revered historical and religious figures. Seated in a serene meditative posture, the Prince is portrayed in a rare, artistic moment playing a flute, symbolizing harmony and cultural enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Dimensions: 24 cm (H) x 22 cm (W) x 19 cm (D).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"AdPoic\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrince Shōtoku (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eShōtoku Taishi\u003c\/em\u003e), the legendary Asuka-period regent credited with the spread of Buddhism in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAB\" data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA \"Fuefuki\" (Flute-playing) seated pose, capturing a tranquil and scholarly aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh quality cast metal (likely bronze) featuring a rich, aged patina with distinctive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003everdigris green\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eburnt sienna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehighlights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eArtistic Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTraditional Japanese craftsmanship, often attributed to renowned metalworkers such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAkishige Matsumoto\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExcellent vintage condition with a natural, weathered finish that adds character and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"AdPoic\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuddhist \/ Historical Art Figurine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBRAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIdeal for a Zen garden, home altar, study, or as a sophisticated mantle centerpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBRAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHarmony, Wisdom, and Japanese Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"AdPoic\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eWhy Add This to Your Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003ePrince Shōtoku is the author of the famous phrase \"\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e以和為貴\u003c\/strong\u003e\" (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eHarmony is to be valued\u003c\/em\u003e). This statue is not just a decorative piece but a symbol of peace and intellectual pursuit. Its unique flute-playing pose makes it a standout conversation piece compared to more common standing depictions.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nordic Nihon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43703998251142,"sku":null,"price":9500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/6457\/9974\/files\/image_7af66955.png?v=1773215745","url":"https:\/\/nordicnihon.com\/products\/prince","provider":"Nordic Nihon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}