Vintage Japanese White-Glazed Ceramic Rooster Figurine, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0427

Vintage Japanese White-Glazed Ceramic Rooster Figurine, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0427

A commanding all-white porcelain rooster -- handcrafted in Japan and housed in its original signed wooden storage box.

A tori (rooster) figurine is a traditional Japanese ceramic sculpture depicting the rooster, one of the twelve animals of the East Asian zodiac and a symbol of courage, punctuality, and good fortune in Japanese culture. This striking example is rendered entirely in a lustrous white glaze with no color decoration -- a restrained aesthetic choice that places all emphasis on the sculptor's skill. Every surface detail has been carefully modeled: individual feather rows ripple across the breast and wings, the comb and wattles are crisply defined, and the tail arches dramatically upward. The bird stands in a proud crowing posture atop a naturalistically textured rock base, also covered in a continuous white glaze. The unglazed flat foot reveals a small kiln vent hole consistent with hollow-cast Japanese ceramic production of the mid-Showa period. The accompanying wooden box bears bold calligraphy reading "tori" (rooster), a kiln seal tentatively reading Nishiki-yaki, and an artist signature with a red stamp -- making this a collectible example of vintage Japanese craft with full provenance documentation.

At nearly a foot tall, this handcrafted Japanese ceramic rooster makes an immediate visual statement without the need for color. Its all-white sculptural form suits a wide range of modern interiors: displayed alone on a console table or sideboard, it reads as refined wabi-sabi aesthetic sculpture; grouped with other white ceramics or natural objects on a living room accent shelf, it anchors a Japandi style vignette effortlessly. The wooden tomobako (original storage box) adds collector appeal and makes this a compelling gift for Japanophiles, zodiac enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates Japanese vintage art. Whether placed in an entryway, on a home office shelf, or as a bedroom decor focal point, this rooster brings a quiet authority drawn from decades of Japanese ceramic tradition.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: White-glazed ceramic (porcelain); original wooden tomobako storage box with calligraphy, kiln seal, and artist signature
• Use: Decorative display figurine; likely presented as a zodiac year or auspicious gift
• Modern Use: Living room accent sculpture; Japandi style shelf display; gift for collectors or Japanophiles
• Features: Fully white glaze with no color decoration; detailed hand-modeled feathers, comb, wattles, and tail; proud crowing posture; naturalistically textured rock base; small kiln vent hole on unglazed flat foot; accompanied by original signed wooden box with calligraphy and red seal stamps
• Dimensions: 12"W x 6"D x 12"H
• Condition: Excellent

A commanding piece of vintage Japanese ceramic art -- pure white, boldly sculpted, and rich with the cultural symbolism of the rooster in Japanese tradition.

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.

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