Vintage Japanese Ceramic Snake Statue Pair
This is a pair of vintage ceramic snake statues, the larger and the smaller. It is a very dark gray, almost black, tone with glossy black accents along the grooves. The larger snake coils up with its head up, tail down, and opens its mouth, while the smaller one coils up with its tail at the top. There is a signature on the lower part of the smaller statue.
The snake is one of the Chinese zodiac signs, and zodiac animal statues are traditionally displayed as lucky charms for the New Year.
- Gray, black
- Ceramic, yakimono
- C1977
- Item weight: 437 grams
- Packed weight: 900 grams
- Approx. [larger] 11.6 cm long x 11 cm wide x 12.2 cm tall, [smaller] 4 cm wide x 5.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This statue was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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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.
