Details
- Dimensions
- 14.57ʺW × 7.87ʺD × 14.96ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
- Description
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Traditional Ainu wood carving made from solid wood, 1960s
Dimensions: height 38 cm, width 37 cm, depth 20 cm.
The … more Traditional Ainu wood carving made from solid wood, 1960s
Dimensions: height 38 cm, width 37 cm, depth 20 cm.
The detailed carving depicts a bear and its cub eating fruit.
The stand is made from a halved piece of tree trunk.
A unique and authentic decorative element, crafted with artistry.
The bear and its cub are two important symbols in Ainu culture. The bear is considered a sacred protector and is associated with strength, courage, and wisdom. The cub represents new life and continuity.
The Ainu, an indigenous people of Japan, are known for their wood carving craftsmanship. with approximately 25,000 members mainly residing on the island of Hokkaido, they have a rich cultural heritage, often featuring bears as a prominent theme in their art. less
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