{"product_id":"japanese-pagoda-of-tahoto","title":"Japanese Pagoda of Tahōtō - Meiji Period (1868-1912)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis monumental Japanese architectural model represents a \u003cstrong\u003eTahōtō (Many-Jewelled Pagoda)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most distinctive forms of Buddhist pagoda architecture associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eShingon and Tendai sects\u003c\/strong\u003e of Japan. Crafted during the \u003cstrong\u003eMeiji period (1868–1912)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the model displays remarkable attention to detail, faithfully reproducing the complex roof structures, bracket systems, balustrades, stairways and sacred finial found on full-scale temple buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed in wood and plaster and finished with softly aged pigments in shades of pink, blue, green and white, the pagoda is designed as a modular structure with detachable tiers and stackable sections. Architectural models of this scale were rarely produced as simple souvenirs; they were more commonly commissioned as exhibition pieces, devotional offerings, or presentation models used to visualise major construction projects. The form closely resembles the celebrated Tahōtō at \u003cstrong\u003eIshiyama-dera Temple in Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Japan's most important historic Buddhist sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge-scale Meiji-period temple models such as this are increasingly scarce, combining exceptional craftsmanship with significant architectural and cultural interest. The piece serves as both a striking decorative object and an important representation of traditional Japanese Buddhist architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meiji Period (1868–1912)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood and plaster with polychrome painted decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tahōtō (Many-Jewelled Pagoda) architectural model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-storey form with square lower storey, cylindrical upper storey, mokoshi (skirt roof), elaborate bracket work and flaming pearl finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modular design with detachable tiers and stackable sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Possibly based on the Tahōtō of Ishiyama-dera, Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear and patination consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W56.5 x D56.5 x H114 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57789066576255,"sku":"M1118","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/Japanese_Meiji_Period_Tahoto_Buddhist_Pagoda_Architectural_Model_With_Polychrome_Painted_Wood_And_Plaster_Construction_M1118.jpg?v=1781866882","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/japanese-pagoda-of-tahoto","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}