Vintage Japanese Raccoon — Ceramic, 1980, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-392-4)

Vintage Japanese Raccoon — Ceramic, 1980, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-392-4)

SKU:
25M-392-4
$90.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Size: 8"W x 4 1/4"D x 4 3/4"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Shigaraki Tanuki Reclining Figure — 1980s, Showa Era
Laid-Back Luck with a Belly Full of Charm

With a cheeky grin and a belly that seems to have soaked up a thousand tales, this reclining Shigaraki tanuki from the 1980s radiates effortless joy. Cast in earthen tones with a rich, hand-applied glaze on his plump midsection, this figure captures a moment of pure bliss—sake flask in paw, eyes glazed with delight. He’s not just resting—he’s celebrating the beauty of taking it slow.

Rooted in centuries of Japanese folklore, the tanuki is a creature of mirth and mystery. This rendition, crafted during the later years of the Showa period, is delightfully minimalist yet expressive—each stroke in the fur and each dimple on his belly telling a story of playful spirit and enduring tradition.

  • Origin: Shigaraki, Japan

  • Era: Showa period, 1980s

  • Material: Stoneware with glazed accents

  • Use: Symbol of luck and abundance; ideal as a light-hearted home talisman

  • Features: Reclining posture, rounded belly with creamy glaze, hand-sculpted fur texture, small sake flask resting on his side

  • Dimensions: 8"W x 4 1/4"D x 4 3/4"H

  • Condition: Good vintage condition; slight kiln imperfections and wear consistent with age

Let this little fellow lounge on your shelf and remind you: happiness often lies in the quiet moments between sips and stories.

Additional Information
size:
8"W x 4 1/4"D x 4 3/4"H