A substantial Japanese stone gorintō (five-element stupa), traditionally used as a Buddhist memorial or grave marker. Carved with the stacked symbolic forms representing earth, water, fire, wind, and void, the monument bears the softened surfaces and weathering of centuries. Weighing approximately 45 lbs, it is an evocative survival from the early (Edo period), embodying both spiritual and sculptural presence., Japan

c. Early 17^th century (Edo period), Japan

6 ¾" x 6 ¾" x 17"