Japanese altar of prayer of the XIXth century representative Jizo Bosatsu.
Divinity who help souls lost to find the salute. He gave for mission to empty the hells before reaching the perfect; illumination to become Buddha. Protector of the dead children; these were not able to accumulate enough merits to cross the divine river Sanzu, Jizo takes them under his protection by hiding them in the folds of his dress. By extension, also the protector of the sick children and the travelers.
Dimensions: 18 x 15 cm.
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