Tanuki Vintage Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:1137391 | Modified Item: No |
| Provenance: Ownership History Not Available | Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan |
Vintage Japanese Shigaraki Ceramic Tanuki.Measures about 6 1/4" tall.In excellent condition.
Tanuki have a complex and interesting folkloric history. Although largely unknown in the states, they have been among the most significant characters in Japan since the 16th century.
Contemporary Tanuki are creatures of wealth and whimsy; symbols of prosperity seen outside many temples, shops and restaurants. These vintage statues of modern day Tanuki were designed by Shigaraki p...otter, Tetsuzo Fujiwara, in the early 1950s (Showa Era).
They embody these 8 virtues: 1 Big Hat = protection against trouble 2 Big Eyes = perception for decisions 3 Sake Bottle = virtue 4 Big Tail = steadiness until wealth is attained 5 Big Testicles = financial luck 6 Promissory Note = trust 7 Big Belly = bold decisions 8 Friendly Smile
Tamer than their sinister supernatural ancestors, Tanuki are still magical shape-shifting pranksters that love to play tricks on people.
We have been eBay sellers since 1997 so bid with confidence.
For the purpose of this listing, references to color are for descriptive purposes only and do not
represent a particular brand or factory assigned color name /
vintage means old not antique / measurements are approximate.
Words in the Title are for search results only and are not part of the item description.
If you require further information or pictures, do not hesitate to make your request known to us.
Payment due immediately with a Buy It Now option,
otherwise within 3 days of auction close.
Items are tracked, insured and shipped to the Buyer's confirmed Paypal address.
If damage has occurred during shipment, you agree to provide photographic proof
to us to process the insurance claim and refund.
Please retain all packaging and notify us immediately.-
NOTE TO COLLECTORS...We are Sellers, not Dealers and as such we provide an accurate description of the item to the general public however, as a "Collector" it is incumbent upon you to ask specific questions regarding conditions that are important to you and your endeavor.
We assume that you are the professional and expect you to exercise your expertise
in matters regarding your acquisitions.
We are happy to assist you by answering any questions you may have.
If you have any doubt about the item, we prefer that you purchase elsewhere.
-
By placing a bid on this item, you agree that you have completely read, understand and agree toabide by the terms, conditions and restrictions in this listing.
Thanks for looking!
Tanuki have a complex and interesting folkloric history. Although largely unknown in the states, they have been among the most significant characters in Japan since the 16th century.
Contemporary Tanuki are creatures of wealth and whimsy; symbols of prosperity seen outside many temples, shops and restaurants. These vintage statues of modern day Tanuki were designed by Shigaraki p...otter, Tetsuzo Fujiwara, in the early 1950s (Showa Era).
They embody these 8 virtues: 1 Big Hat = protection against trouble 2 Big Eyes = perception for decisions 3 Sake Bottle = virtue 4 Big Tail = steadiness until wealth is attained 5 Big Testicles = financial luck 6 Promissory Note = trust 7 Big Belly = bold decisions 8 Friendly Smile
Tamer than their sinister supernatural ancestors, Tanuki are still magical shape-shifting pranksters that love to play tricks on people.
We have been eBay sellers since 1997 so bid with confidence.
For the purpose of this listing, references to color are for descriptive purposes only and do not
represent a particular brand or factory assigned color name /
vintage means old not antique / measurements are approximate.
Words in the Title are for search results only and are not part of the item description.
If you require further information or pictures, do not hesitate to make your request known to us.
Payment due immediately with a Buy It Now option,
otherwise within 3 days of auction close.
Items are tracked, insured and shipped to the Buyer's confirmed Paypal address.
If damage has occurred during shipment, you agree to provide photographic proof
to us to process the insurance claim and refund.
Please retain all packaging and notify us immediately.-
NOTE TO COLLECTORS...We are Sellers, not Dealers and as such we provide an accurate description of the item to the general public however, as a "Collector" it is incumbent upon you to ask specific questions regarding conditions that are important to you and your endeavor.
We assume that you are the professional and expect you to exercise your expertise
in matters regarding your acquisitions.
We are happy to assist you by answering any questions you may have.
If you have any doubt about the item, we prefer that you purchase elsewhere.
-
By placing a bid on this item, you agree that you have completely read, understand and agree toabide by the terms, conditions and restrictions in this listing.
Thanks for looking!
