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Japanese Rare Serene Hand Carved Stone Shinto Rice Prosperity Goddess , 19thc

$3,800
£2,893.62
€3,331.93
CA$5,384.93
A$5,792.27
CHF 3,095.56
MX$68,274.33
NOK 39,027.71
SEK 35,678.73
DKK 24,895.11

About the Item

From our Japanese Acquisitions - An ancient design with an unique modern contemporary feel. Imagine this wonderful antique stone sculpture in your indoor gallery or favorite garden space- a warm and lovely example - she may be seen In a solemn act of contemplating a bountiful rice harvest and feeding our people. This attractive serene and contemplative Japanese 19th century stone is a remarkable shinto sculptural survivor and solidly dates to the late 19th century. This Inari Okami is hand carved from solid granite and is associated with a radiating blissful smile while clutching rice stalks. This is a very beautiful and feminine sculpture expertly carved in a pleasing artistic timeless style. An excellent garden or indoor sculptural choice with a genuine spiritual presence. Handmade and hand carved with an original rich and attractive dark patina appropriate to her significant age. Dimensions: Height: 18 inches Width: 8 inches Only one. Provenance: old Japanese garden Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.   “I would rather have a piece of my sculpture put in a landscape, almost any landscape, than in or on the most beautiful building I know…. Sculpture is an art of the open air, and sunlight is necessary to it. It should smile at you and create fantasy.” — Henry Moore.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289246698592

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