Japanese Wooden Hokkaido Ainu Bear Carving (25M-369-2)

Japanese Wooden Hokkaido Ainu Bear Carving (25M-369-2)

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25M-369-2
$120.00
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Description

This vintage wooden carving is a striking piece of Ainu folk art from the 63rd year of the Showa era (1988). Crafted by an Ainu artisan in Hokkaido, the stool features an expressive bear clutching a fish—an iconic subject in Ainu culture symbolizing strength, sustenance, and harmony with nature. The surface is hand-carved in deep relief with meticulous attention to texture, from the bear’s fur to the intricate scales of the fish.

While originally created as a decorative sculpture, its broad, lotus-patterned top allows for functional use as a low stool or plant stand. The back is finished with a carved, scaled trunk motif, and the base is inscribed with the year and place of origin.

Origin: Hokkaido, Japan
Era: 1988 (Showa 63)
Material: Solid wood with natural lacquer finish
Dimensions: Approx. 12”H x 10"Diameter
Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age

A wonderful collector’s item and conversation piece, bridging traditional Ainu craft with rustic interior charm.