This set of prayer beads (nenju) makes use of both crystal and seeds from a bodhi tree. The metal settings shaped like treasure wheels (rinbō) for the beads descending from the loop (moshu) reveal exquisite craftsmanship. The beauty of the subtle metalwork complementing the crystal beads makes this set especially remarkable. (The tassels and string are later replacements.)
Object label
- D011248
- D011248
- 1992/05/03
- A222094
- 1992/05/03
- A023561
- 1992/01/31
- A023563
- 1992/01/31
- A023562
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| Accession Number | 867-0 |
|---|---|
| Category | Decorative Arts |
| Bibliography | Illustrated Catalogue of the Collection of Nara National Museum: Buddhist Implements. Nara National Museum, 1992, 121p. (Japanese) Applied art of Japanese esoteric Buddhism. Nara National Museum, 1992, 286p. (Japanese) |