Vintage Japanese Daruma Figure okimono - 1950s Showa Era (25D-146)

Vintage Japanese Daruma Figure Okimono - 1950s Showa Era (25D-146) (SKU 25D-146)

Showa-era bronze figure of a robed Daruma, rich with timeworn patina.

This expressive vintage Japanese figure is cast as a standing monk or rakan, wrapped tightly in flowing robes that pool around his bare feet. The sculptor has captured a wonderfully human expression—part stern, part contemplative—typical of mid-Showa interpretations of Buddhist imagery, while the dark bronze surface has mellowed to warm chestnut and olive tones.

Designed to stand on a butsudan altar, tokonoma, or as a distinctive accent in a wabi-sabi interior. Subtle casting marks, tiny pits, and color variations in the patina speak to age and use, enhancing the piece’s quiet presence and making it an ideal addition to a collection of Japanese bronze or Buddhist art.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (circa 1950s)
• Material: Cast bronze with aged patina
• Use: Altar table, tokonoma display, or interior décor
• Features: Sculpted Daruma, Buddhist monk/rakan figure, flowing robe detail, rich brown and olive patina with natural wear
• Dimensions: 6"W x 6"D x 14 1/2"H
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear and small casting imperfections consistent with age

A characterful Showa bronze that brings the quiet gravity of the temple into any modern space.

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.