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Japanese Rare Large Old Kappa Folk Art Garden Stone Water Deity
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Rare one-of-a-kind hand carved sculpture
Japan a rare large old hand carved stone Kappa folk art garden water deity or river child- protector for children along waters’ edge. Kappa are distinguished as having a small pool of water suspended on top of their head, signifying their life force and habitat- please see photograph.
An unusual seldom seen stone carving suitable for an adventurous, fantastic garden!
Hand carved from a single stone boulder.
Only one.
Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 21 inches wide
History:
A kappa (lit. river child), also known as kawataro is a folk art character found in traditional Japanese folklore. The name is a combination of the words kawa (river) and wappa, a variant form of warawa (child)
Kappa are distinguished as having a small pool of water suspended on top of their head, signifying their life force and habitat. Kappa have been used to warn children of the dangers lurking in rivers and lakes.
Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity: All of our Asian works of art come with our Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee.
We have been dealing in authentic Japanese antique garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for many years. Our president personally travels to Japan each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique ornament to ensure its old age, authenticity, and quality condition.
We are members of the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese stone garden ornaments.
- Dimensions:Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
- Style:Taisho (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1289236339212
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