Japanese Wooden Carved Ainu Bear Wall Hanging Decor Vtg Hokkaido Brown AB126
Japanese Wooden Carved Ainu Bear Wall Hanging Decor Vtg Hokkaido Brown AB126
Vintage Japanese Wood Carving of Ainu Bear Wall Hanging
Famously from Hokkaido and northern Japan, this large, intricately hand-carved wall-hanging bear head statue is a traditional Ainu folk handicraft.
In Ainu spirituality, bears and other animals are considered vehicles for the divine. Bear sculptures in particular were also used to represent thanks to the animal for providing meat and furs long ago. These bears are popular souvenirs and gifts when traveling to Hokkaido and are commonly featured as a centerpieces in tokonoma alcoves in traditional tatami rooms.
- Brown
- Wood
- C1970
- Item weight: 2940 grams
- Packed weight: 3750 grams
- Approx. 32 cm long x 29 cm wide x 16.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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