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Antique Japanese Carved Daikoku Mingei Folk Art Sculpture
Antique Japanese Carved Daikoku Mingei Folk Art Sculpture
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A well carved large wooden folk statue of Daikokuten. Late Meiji Period, dating to the late 19th, early 20th Century. The expressive rounded carving style is typical of northern Japan and Hokkaido where this piece was found.
I love the carving on this one, it is so fluid and expressive, the years of accumulated soot from a lifetime in the rafters of a Japanese home have been polished to a fine sheen giving the appearance of a rich lacquer.
Daikoku is the god of fortune and wealth in Japan. Seen here standing on bails of rice straw, carrying a sack and a mallet. On the ends of the two rice bails and also on the end of the Hammer we see a Hoju motif.
Hoju is a sacred Gem symbolizing wish fulfillment, good health, wisdom, and the ability to overcome evil, which fits in with Daikoku's symbolism as an omen of good fortune.
Measures 15.5cm wide x 16.5cm long x 27.5cm tall.

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from 57 reviewsReally nice vintage item, exactly as described. Very pleased with purchase.
What a lovely, large strainer basket in such beautiful condition. The essence of shibui, hand craftsmanship, natural beautiful aged colour, visually pleading on both sides so you can display many ways. Arigato!
I love them! Small, tactile, charming, lovely green and brown glass melding together in beautiful patterns. They just fit in your hands so perfectly. Thank you Kanso House for your brilliant eyes.
So happy with my purchase of a Daikoku and Ebisu plaque. I have wanted one for many years but always to heavy to carry home in my already overflowing suitcases of other goodies. the service and quick delivery from the team at Kanso House is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Received this beautifully carved fish cake mould and was a bit surprised on its size and weight. I have had them before and they were always smaller. I failed to read the dimensions so I got. a happy surprise. The handle has a lovely patina from being handled over the years. Thank you Kanso House!
I purchased 3 x Contemporary Japanese Ceramic Horned Vases
They arrived well packaged and with a lovely thank you note and little hand made origami bird.
The vases themselves are beautiful and in great condition.
Thank you Kanso House I will be shopping with you again .
I purchased two of these bags and they are absolutely amazing!
Love them!
I finished the year with these five little gems 'Japanese Blue stripe handmade glass.' in my collection . I couldn't be happier . Bravo Kanso House . Love what you do !
Item was as described and arrived promptly. I had a cork that actually fitted the hole at top so lucky me! Thank you - looked for one of these in Tokyo and Kyoto a couple months ago but no luck - I went away from tourist areas as well.
The product is amazing and transports you straight back to tradional onsens in Japan. Shipping was surprisingly fast
Loved loved loved it. Amazing service and delivered quickly and with care.
Lovely form, beautiful patina, perfect weight. Handsome appearance looks serene in the room. Kanso finds the most beautiful objects.
I purchased this Vintage hibachi burner for my tea ceremony and it came safely and beautifully. For my first use I made a little mistake that the charcoal was too much and it started a little crack due to the thermal shock. I wish to share so that if someone use this type of vintage hibachi burner, start with small fire and increase with time so that we can avoid the cracks. My hibachi is still look beautiful and still can use with care so I am still happy with the purchase.
Can’t wait to grind roasted sesame seeds in the gorgeous bowl. So beautiful I leave it on display in my kitchen
So pleased with our Hinoki Bath Bucket and Stool. The finish is so good and the hinoki wood is just great for a bathroom.
So easy to order and no problem with delivery. Would highly recommend
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