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Description
Wooden Ainu bear carved by a craftsman of the indigenous Ainu people living on the island of Hokkaido. Mark under … Read more Wooden Ainu bear carved by a craftsman of the indigenous Ainu people living on the island of Hokkaido. Mark under one paw indicating Shirao (the village where the bear was carved) ,Hokkaido.Japan,circa 1960-70. The bear is highly represented in this region of Hokkaido because in the animist religion of the Ainu people, the bear is the most important spirit, the master of the forest and the protector of all terrestrial life. See less
- Dimensions
- 8.66ʺW × 17.72ʺD × 8.66ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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