Antwerpen, BE
Details
- Dimensions
- 9.06ʺW × 6.69ʺD × 12.2ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Plaster
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Excellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight … moreExcellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations. less
- Description
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Cheerful plaster Tanuki statue, 1980s, Shōwa period, Japan
Dimensions: Height 31 cm, Width 23 cm, Depth 17 cm.
The Tanuki, … more Cheerful plaster Tanuki statue, 1980s, Shōwa period, Japan
Dimensions: Height 31 cm, Width 23 cm, Depth 17 cm.
The Tanuki, a mischievous Japanese raccoon dog with magical powers, is depicted with a round belly, oversized scrotum and a sake bottle.
In Japan, Tanuki statues are placed at the entrances of homes, shops, and restaurants to bring good luck, protection, and prosperity.
Tanuki belong to the yokai, mythical creatures known for their playfulness, mastery of disguise and shape-shifting, while also being easily tricked themselves. less
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