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Early Shinto Carving of Figure Referred to as Father Japan

$75,000
£56,949.28
€65,125.75
CA$104,785.88
A$116,544.77
CHF 60,856.06
MX$1,418,225.85
NOK 777,224.70
SEK 728,899.65
DKK 486,058.43
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About the Item

Shinto carving of figure referred to as Father Japan. Heian period (794 to 1185) sculpture made of hinoki wood in single piece construction called ichiboku zukuri.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    12th Century
  • Condition:
    Most items that are 100 years old have been cleaned or polished in their lifetime. More involved restorations are mentioned in the above description. For a detailed condition report and a video of this item please contact us directly. -Naga Antiques.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NA16931stDibs: LU855122201372

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