Guardian King of the South and Buddhist Guardian King of the East at The Asian Art Museum, San Francisco

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In Indian Buddhist mythology, majestic guardian kings of the four cardinal directions reside on the upper slopes of Mount Meru. In a Japanese Buddhist temple, these powerful guardians are proudly displayed on an elaborate platform that represents the revered Mount Meru. The fearless warrior who guards the West is showcased, depicted as a courageous warrior clad in armor. He stands boldly with his arm raised, having once held a mighty weapon in his grasp. He towers over a demon, a potent symbol of evil forces. This object is part of "Scan The World", a groundbreaking non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory. Through this innovative project, we are creating a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for everyone to access freely. Scan The World is an open-source community effort where individuals can contribute interesting items from their surroundings. If you have unique objects you'd like to share, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate. Scanned using Photogrammetry (Processed with Agisoft PhotoScan)