Vintage Japanese Natural Gourd Bottle
This Japanese naturally dried large hyotan gourd was not only made for storing and carrying sake and seeds but also as a good luck charm for display. It features a classic light brown color and individual curvy shape with an etched design of Jurojin, one of the Seven Lucky Gods (shichifukujin). Jurojin is a god of longevity, happiness, and wealth. He is often depicted with a small deer. It has a yellow silk braided cord with tassels tied around the lid and center. It has a lid in the form of a lacquered piece of a tree branch. The lid is curved much like the head of Jurojin's staff. There are small stones inside to keep the gourd standing for display, however, they can be removed by request for cheaper shipping.
As a good luck charm, hyotan gourds symbolize the prosperity of descendants, preventing illness, and the success of a business. These gourds are also known to be hung at the entrance of a building with the lid off to protect entrants and the home from bad luck.
- Light brown
- Dried gourd, wood, stone
- Kanji: 福禄寿 (fukurokuju, luck, wealth, prosperity)
- C1970
- Item weight: 256 grams
- Packed weight: 656 grams
- Approx. 15 cm wide x 37 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Natural markings/stains. 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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