Vintage Japanese Daruma Figure w/ Box
This is a vintage Japanese daruma made of papier-mâché (hariko). It is a traditional Japanese lucky charm and toy that imitates the figure of Daruma Daishi sitting in meditation. Daruma dolls are sold without eyes. The belief is to fill in one eye with a wish one wants granted, then fill in the other eye when the wish comes true. Overall it is a visual representation of perseverance, hard work, and luck. This daruma has not been used.
- Red, gold, black
- Paper, clay
- C1970
- Item weight: 306 grams
- Packed weight: 706 grams
- Approx. 13 cm long x 15 cm wide x 15 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Box discolored in some places and has small creases and tears. 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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