Description: This piece measures 5" long and 2" tall and the head swings and bobs due to its articulating head. This is a paper mache folk toy of Izumo, Shimane Prefecture of Japan, the place deeply related to Japanese mythology. This piece depicts a boar. In the Chinese Zodiac calendar, the boar is the symbol of courage. A champion among wild beasts, ferocity in the protection of kindred, he encounters enemies with nobility and courage, and has thus come to signify the traits of bravery and perseverance. The boar is a fierce combatant when at bay and never ceases to resist, even when cornered. These are traits often given to those considered warriors.Not only by the Chinese but sacred to the god Freyr, the male fertility God, the ferocious and cunning boars were held in utmost esteem even by the early Anglo-Saxons and Danes as well. Even after most Anglo-Saxons accepted Christianity, boar symbolism and imagery figured strongly in both art and literature. The boar will lead you to a good luck fortune due to its characteristic single-minded determination as often characterized in Japanese mythology. The condition of this piece is very good and its age is from the 1950's.
Price: 19.95 USD
Location: San Lorenzo, California
End Time: 2024-08-11T14:22:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.95 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Handmade: Yes
