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Japanese Old Wooden Humanoid Figurine / Wabisabi Sculpture Object

About the Item

This is an old decayed wooden humanoid figurine made in Japan. It is rotting and the detailed age is unknown. The background is unknown, but it is a very beautiful being. One wonders how much time it has spent to look like this. Although small, it has an overwhelming presence. It is a very rare item with a wabi-sabi aesthetic. I am facing this item with the hope that I can leave it to the future. It weighs 400g.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.47 in (21.5 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s-1970s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487236707132
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