Vintage Japanese tanuki figurine, crafted in the style of Shigaraki-yaki ceramics. The tanuki, or Japanese raccoon dog, is a well-known lucky charm in Japan and is often placed at homes, shops, and restaurants as a symbol of prosperity, protection, and cheerful good fortune.
The figurine features the classic tanuki attributes: straw hat, large belly, sake bottle, and ledger/label. A charming Japanese folk object with brown and cream-colored glaze.
Specifications: Origin: Japan Object: tanuki okimono / lucky figurine Material: ceramic / stoneware Style: Shigaraki-yaki style Period: presumably late Shōwa to Heisei, ca. 1970s–1990s Height: approx. 17 cm Width: approx. 8.5 cm Condition: vintage condition with signs of use Maker: unknown
