Hokkaido Artist, Kibori Kuma Bear, Japan, 1960s, Wood

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This hand-carved wooden bear (Kibori Kuma) is the largest we have ever had in our collection.

Dimensions: height 77 cm, … Read more This hand-carved wooden bear (Kibori Kuma) is the largest we have ever had in our collection.

Dimensions: height 77 cm, width 85 cm, depth 35 cm. Weight: 45 kg.

Typical carving from the indigenous Japanese people, the Ainu (Hokkaido).

This large bear, beautifully crafted from solid wood, is an authentic Ainu artwork.

The wooden bear of the Ainu people in Japan represents their spiritual connection to nature and symbolizes their cultural heritage. with intricate hand-carved details, these sculptures serve as divine messengers and sources of protection. They embody the Ainu's deep reverence for the bear as a sacred being and reflect their belief in the harmony between humans, animals, and the natural world. See less