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Large Antique 20th century Japanese Tanuki Statue Red and White Japan

$2,096.11

£1,552.66

€1,744

CA$2,867.41

A$3,125.33

CHF 1,652.34

MX$37,623.06

NOK 20,972.25

SEK 19,227.27

DKK 13,288.32

About the Item

This is a ceramic figure of a Japanese tanuki (狸 – raccoon dog), a well-known creature from Japanese folklore. These figures are considered symbols of good fortune, prosperity, and playfulness, often placed outside homes, restaurants, or shops to attract luck and customers. The Tanuki is holding a Folding fan (sensu) in right paw. This type of figure is most commonly associated with Shigaraki ware or Otagaki ware, traditional Japanese ceramic styles. These tanuki figures became especially popular in the late 19th to mid-20th century, often made for decorative or spiritual purposes. This particular piece is most probably early to mid 20th century. They are usually seen: Outside shops to invite customers In gardens or homes for good luck With attributes like the fan, sake bottle, and round belly, each representing a folklore trait (wealth, trickery, transformation, joy) Just some ware and some small crackle lines. No real damages. Size: 24x20CM DiameterxHeight Period 20th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912) Showa Periode (1926-1989)

Dimensions:
Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Diameter: 9.45 in (24 cm)
Style:
Meiji (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Some damages to neck, small missing parts to body and some ware.
Seller Location:
Amsterdam, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 1346519071251stDibs: LU4863245764892

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