Antique Decorative Bear Figure, Japanese, Carved Cedar, Kibori Kuma, Folk Art

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This is an antique decorative bear figure. A Japanese, carved cedar Kibori Kuma, dating to the early 20th century, circa … Read more This is an antique decorative bear figure. A Japanese, carved cedar Kibori Kuma, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Enthusiastically carved and fascinating study of the large riverside predator
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Ebonised cedar carved to a striking standard of detail
Presented upon a later Belgian marble plinth with protective baize to base

The hirsute bear proudly holds its catch within his mouth
Represents an Ussuri brown bear with chum salmon, a prized food source for the Ainu peoples
Notice the quality fur detail and the scales of the fish, presenting superb craftsmanship
Originating in Yakumo and Hokkaido prefectures, farmers carved these bears in colder seasons

This is a distinguished antique decorative bear figure, with superb detail to the hand-carved body. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 30.5cm (12'')
Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'')
Max Height: 19.5cm (7.75'') See less