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Japanese Antique Wood Carving Fish 1860s-1900s / Mingei Figurine Object Wabisabi

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This is a very old Japanese wood carving of a fish. It is a wood carving from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is carved from cedar wood. This wood carving is attached to a free hook used in hearths. Fish are considered lucky charms because they "call water" and are also meant to prevent fire accidents. The wood carving is very beautiful with a black tinge. The smiling expression on the face is very cute. A very rare wood carving with a wabi-sabi aesthetic. It weighs 500g.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s-1900s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487236086272
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