Busshi Tori Japanese master of Buddhist sculpture of the 7th century Asuka period Date of Birth: . Country: Japan

Content:

1. Japanese Buddhist Sculptor of the Asuka Period
2. Patronage and Artistic Influences
3. Major Works

Japanese Buddhist Sculptor of the Asuka Period

Early Life and Lineage

Kurazukuri-no Tori was a Japanese master of Buddhist sculpture during the Asuka period, which spanned the early 7th century. Born to Shiba Tatsuto, a mainland immigrant, Tori hailed from a family of skilled saddlers.

Patronage and Artistic Influences

From his youth, Tori served under Prince Shotoku. It was through this patronage that he became acquainted with the Northern Wei style of Chinese Buddhist sculpture, which he introduced to Japanese artists.

Major Works

Tori's most prominent works include:

- The Buddha of Asuka Temple:This life-sized statue is a testament to the artist's mastery of the Northern Wei style, featuring an elongated body and elegant drapery.

- The Shakyamuni Triptych of Horyu-ji Temple's Golden Hall:This three-dimensional depiction of Buddha and his attendants showcases Tori's exceptional artistry and the influence of continental Buddhist iconography.

Sculpture

Antanas Zukauskas	Alonso Berrugete	Georg Kolbe
Francois Duquesnoy	Henry Hudson Kitson	Gediminas Jokubonis