Vintage Japanese Crane Statue (SKU: 25D-277-3) -

Vintage Japanese Crane Statue - 1960s Showa Era (25D-277-3)

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25D-277-3
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IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 14"W x 5 1/2"D x 12"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California

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Vintage Japanese Crane Statue (SKU 25D-277-3)

Showa-era bronze crane with graceful feeding pose and timeworn patina

This vintage Japanese crane statue captures the elegant moment of a tsuru lowering its head to feed, a classic motif symbolising longevity and good fortune. Cast in metal with finely chased feathers and long attenuated legs, the piece has developed a soft greenish-brown patina that speaks to its mid-20th century Showa era origins and years of display.

The crane’s beak clasps a small catch, adding a subtle sense of movement and character, while the textured wings and tail give depth from every angle. Ideal as a wabi-sabi accent for a tokonoma alcove, tansu top, or modern interior, this vintage Japanese crane statue brings a quiet, sculptural presence and a touch of traditional garden statuary indoors.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, mid-20th century (circa 1960s)
  • Material: Cast metal (likely bronze or brass alloy) with aged patina
  • Use: Interior display, tokonoma ornament, desk or shelf sculpture, small garden accent in a sheltered spot
  • Features: Detailed feather carving; slender legs and webbed feet; feeding pose; small ring element at beak; rich verdigris surface; expressive wabi-sabi character with visible age and oxidation
  • Dimensions: 14"W x 5 1/2"D x 12"H
  • Condition: Vintage patina with surface wear, oxidation, and minor rusting at leg joint consistent with age and use

A soulful Showa-era piece that brings the auspicious spirit of the Japanese crane into any curated space.

 

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.

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.

Additional Information
size:
14"W x 5 1/2"D x 12"H