{"product_id":"japanese-ceramic-snake-statue-pair-zodiac-eto-sculpture-black-okimono-st96","title":"Japanese Ceramic Snake Statue Vtg Pair Zodiac Eto Sculpture Black Okimono ST96","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Ceramic Snake Statue Pair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis 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.\u003cbr\u003eThe snake is one of the Chinese zodiac signs, and zodiac animal statues are traditionally displayed as lucky charms for the New Year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic, yakimono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 437  grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 900 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. [larger] 11.6 cm long x 11 cm wide x 12.2 cm tall, [smaller] 4 cm wide x 5.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis statue was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWe ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42069160558627,"sku":"ST96 Tanuki","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Ceramic-Snake-Statue-Vtg-Pair-Zodiac-Eto-Sculpture-Black-Okimono-ST96.jpg?v=1774987123","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-fr\/products\/japanese-ceramic-snake-statue-pair-zodiac-eto-sculpture-black-okimono-st96","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}