Vintage Japanese Ceramic Tanuki Figure Garden A set of five lovely

A set of five lovely hand-crafted Japanese small plates

these artisanal pieces showcase traditional woodcarving techniques

A beautiful set of five hand-crafted vintage Japanese side dishes

traditionally hand-woven and dyed using a wax-resist technique

characteristic of handmade work

Vintage Japanese Ceramic Tanuki Figure Garden A set of five lovelyA vintage Japanese ceramic tanuki figure. This figure is modelled seated and clutching a large money bag with a rope tie, and a smaller bag bearing a kanji character at its feet. The surface carries a mottled sandy glaze with dark brown tones throughout. Tanuki (raccoon dogs) are a classical Japanese folkloric symbol, associated with good fortune, hospitality, and a touch of mischief, traditionally displayed at the entrance of homes and businesses as