Eunhasa Mokjojijangbosalsamjonsang Mit Siwangsang (Collection), Gimhae

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.2138

Category

Sculpture

Era

1687년(숙종 18)

Designated year

2021

Location

김해시, 경상남도— 경상남도 김해시 신어산길 167 (삼방동, 은하사)

Coordinates

35.265714, 128.912112Kakao address conversion

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The wooden Buddha triad of Ksitigarbha and ten kings statues from Eunha Temple in Gimhae were created in 1687 at Seorim Temple's Hall of the Ten Kings. These 21 figures comprise a complete set including Ksitigarbha triad, the ten kings, ghosts, judges, demons, and vajra guardians. This dated work by master sculptor Saeknan represents an important example of his style from his mature period, showing characteristic proportions and late 17th-century sculptural aesthetic. The ten kings' crowns and stepping bases feature diverse auspicious animals such as dragons, phoenixes, elephants, and lions, establishing new iconographic standards. The sculptures demonstrate complete figure preservation, creative iconography, and excellent condition. As one of approximately four identified complete Ksitigarbha hall sets by Saeknan, alongside Gwangju Deokrim Temple, this collection represents his masterwork period, warranting preservation as a treasure due to its artistic and scholarly significance in late Joseon Buddhist sculpture history.

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