Vintage Japanese Ainu Bear (SKU: 25D-324-2) -

Vintage Japanese Ainu Bear - 1970s Showa Era (25D-324-2)

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25D-324-2
$150.00
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Vintage Japanese Ainu Bear, Showa Era (SKU 25D-324-2)

Hand-carved Hokkaidō kuma wood sculpture with finely incised fur

This vintage Ainu bear carving captures the powerful back and shoulders of the Hokkaidō brown bear, rendered in dense, rhythmic chisel work. The sculptor has focused on the animal’s mass and movement, carving deep striations in the wood to suggest layered fur that glints subtly under the finish.

Typical of Shōwa-era Ainu folk art, the piece is carved from a single block of wood and finished in a dark stain that highlights the grain along the spine and limbs. Displayed on a tokonoma shelf or modern interior, it offers an evocative example of traditional Hokkaidō craft and a classic motif of Japanese souvenir art.

  • Origin: Hokkaidō, Japan
  • Era: Shōwa period (vintage)
  • Material: Hand-carved hardwood with dark stain
  • Use: Decorative folk art sculpture, shelf or desk display
  • Features: Traditional Ainu bear (kuma) motif; single-block carving; deeply incised fur texture; dark polished finish; classic vintage Japanese souvenir style
  • Dimensions: 12 1/2"W x 12"D x 8"H
  • Condition: Excellent

A characterful Shōwa-era Ainu bear, ideal for adding authentic Hokkaidō warmth to a curated Japanese collection.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

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12 1/2"W x 12"D x 8"H