Chinese Wooden Sculpture | Wei Tuo Pusa | Early 19th Century

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Carved and painted Qing Dynasty wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa (Skanda), 11 inches tall, depicting a warrior guardian with intricate armor, traces of red, gold, and black pigment, mounted on a black wooden base, Early 19th Century.
Qing Dynasty carved wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa, early 19th century, with original red and gold pigments and warrior armor detail.
Antique Chinese Buddhist guardian figure Wei Tuo, carved and painted wood with traces of pigment, mounted on black display base.
19th-century Qing wooden sculpture of Skanda/Wei Tuo Pusa in dynamic pose, warrior armor carvings, protecting-deity iconography.
Historic Qing Dynasty temple guardian statue with raised arm, ornate armor, and worn red-gold pigment, 11-inch carved wooden figure.
Chinese Buddhist protector deity sculpture, Wei Tuo Pusa, Qing period wooden carving with surviving pigment and aged patina.
  • Carved and painted Qing Dynasty wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa (Skanda), 11 inches tall, depicting a warrior guardian with intricate armor, traces of red, gold, and black pigment, mounted on a black wooden base, Early 19th Century.
  • Qing Dynasty carved wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa, early 19th century, with original red and gold pigments and warrior armor detail.
  • Antique Chinese Buddhist guardian figure Wei Tuo, carved and painted wood with traces of pigment, mounted on black display base.
  • 19th-century Qing wooden sculpture of Skanda/Wei Tuo Pusa in dynamic pose, warrior armor carvings, protecting-deity iconography.
  • Historic Qing Dynasty temple guardian statue with raised arm, ornate armor, and worn red-gold pigment, 11-inch carved wooden figure.
  • Chinese Buddhist protector deity sculpture, Wei Tuo Pusa, Qing period wooden carving with surviving pigment and aged patina.
Carved and painted Qing Dynasty wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa (Skanda), 11 inches tall, depicting a warrior guardian with intricate armor, traces of red, gold, and black pigment, mounted on a black wooden base, Early 19th Century.
Qing Dynasty carved wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa, early 19th century, with original red and gold pigments and warrior armor detail.
Antique Chinese Buddhist guardian figure Wei Tuo, carved and painted wood with traces of pigment, mounted on black display base.
19th-century Qing wooden sculpture of Skanda/Wei Tuo Pusa in dynamic pose, warrior armor carvings, protecting-deity iconography.
Historic Qing Dynasty temple guardian statue with raised arm, ornate armor, and worn red-gold pigment, 11-inch carved wooden figure.
Chinese Buddhist protector deity sculpture, Wei Tuo Pusa, Qing period wooden carving with surviving pigment and aged patina.
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Chinese Wooden Sculpture | Wei Tuo Pusa | Early 19th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: China (Qing Dynasty)
Material: Carved and painted wood
Period: Early 19th Century

Description

This Qing Dynasty wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa (Skanda), one of the eight divine protectors in Chinese Buddhism, reflects the spiritual devotion and craftsmanship of early 19th-century religious sculpture. The guardian figure is intricately carved and mounted on a custom black wooden base. With a raised arm that once held a symbolic weapon or ritual attribute, the figure embodies Wei Tuo’s traditional role as protector of temples, sacred texts, and practitioners of the Dharma.

Features

- Carved wooden figure of Wei Tuo Pusa in dynamic guardian posture

- Detailed warrior armor with fine carved ornament

- Traces of red, gold, and black pigment

- Raised arm indicating a once-held ritual weapon or attribute

- Mounted on custom wooden display base

Cultural Significance

Wei Tuo Pusa, known in Sanskrit tradition as Skanda, is revered in East Asian Buddhism as a divine guardian of monasteries and sacred teachings. Statues of this protector deity were commonly placed within temple halls to safeguard scriptures and ward off negative forces. The martial iconography—armor, posture, and intense expression—symbolizes unwavering devotion and spiritual vigilance within Buddhist tradition.

Condition

Well-preserved with remnants of original pigment visible. Natural surface wear, minor age-related cracks, and patina consistent with age enhance its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 11 in

Age (Approximate)

175–225 years old

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: China (Qing Dynasty)
Material: Carved and painted wood
Period: Early 19th Century

Description

This Qing Dynasty wooden statue of Wei Tuo Pusa (Skanda), one of the eight divine protectors in Chinese Buddhism, reflects the spiritual devotion and craftsmanship of early 19th-century religious sculpture. The guardian figure is intricately carved and mounted on a custom black wooden base. With a raised arm that once held a symbolic weapon or ritual attribute, the figure embodies Wei Tuo’s traditional role as protector of temples, sacred texts, and practitioners of the Dharma.

Features

- Carved wooden figure of Wei Tuo Pusa in dynamic guardian posture

- Detailed warrior armor with fine carved ornament

- Traces of red, gold, and black pigment

- Raised arm indicating a once-held ritual weapon or attribute

- Mounted on custom wooden display base

Cultural Significance

Wei Tuo Pusa, known in Sanskrit tradition as Skanda, is revered in East Asian Buddhism as a divine guardian of monasteries and sacred teachings. Statues of this protector deity were commonly placed within temple halls to safeguard scriptures and ward off negative forces. The martial iconography—armor, posture, and intense expression—symbolizes unwavering devotion and spiritual vigilance within Buddhist tradition.

Condition

Well-preserved with remnants of original pigment visible. Natural surface wear, minor age-related cracks, and patina consistent with age enhance its authenticity and historical character.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 11 in

Age (Approximate)

175–225 years old

Learn More

Study the history of Wei Tuo Pusa in Buddhist Tradition

Browse our Collection of Ancient Chinese Artifacts

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