Vintage Japanese Wooden Shrine Plaque, Ema
This vintage Japanese ema plaque has a picture of a decorated festival horse surrounded by festival men wearing happi, a type of clothing worn during festivals. It also has a red seal on the front and a wood-burned engraved seal on the back. It has a purple braided cord.
Ema is a small wooden plaque used at Shinto, and sometimes Buddhist shrines, that worshipers can write their wishes, hopes, and dreams on. Once written, it is hung on a special wooden stand or tree where the kami (spirits or gods) are thought to receive them.
- Red, blue, white, brown, green
- Wood
- C1980
- Kanji on ema: 藤崎宮印 Fujisakigu-in mark of the Fujisaki shrine (front), 藤崎八旛宮印 Fujisaki Hachimangu mark (back)
- Item weight: 66 grams
- Packed weight: 200 grams
- Approx. 17.5 cm wide x 11.3 cm tall x 1.1 cm thick
- Good condition considering its age. Scratches and dents. Discoloration on the cord. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We acquired this item from an old family estate sale in Nagoya, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
