Japanese Antique Wooden Netsuke Tanuki Raccoon Dog Hand Carved Figurine NW268

Japanese Antique Wooden Netsuke Raccoon Dog Tanuki NW268

Description:
This is an antique Japanese wooden netsuke featuring a finely carved raccoon dog, known as "Tanuki" in Japanese folklore. With a playful and mischievous expression, this miniature sculpture captures the charm and character of this iconic creature, often associated with luck and transformation.

 Features:
Material: Hardwood (likely boxwood or similar)
Motif: Tanuki (Japanese raccoon dog)
Technique: Hand-carved with detailed fur and facial expressions

Two himotoshi (cord holes) on the underside for traditional netsuke use

Use:
Ideal for collectors of Japanese antiques, netsuke enthusiasts, or as a unique accent piece in a wabi-sabi or Asian-themed interior. It can be displayed as art, worn with a traditional kimono sash, or used in cultural exhibitions.

Size:
Height: 3cm / approx. 1.18 inches
Width: 4cm × 3.5cm / approx. 1.57 × 1.38 inches
Weight: 16g

Condition:
There is a thin crack on the right side of the body. It appears to be an old repair using red lacquer from an earlier period. The crack is not deep and does not seem likely to break easily. Please refer to the area outlined in red in image 18.

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