Wall plate - Shishi Lion - Ishikawa Tokihiko (石川時彦)

Ishikawa Tokihiko is a Tokyo-born sculptor specializing in Buddhist sculpture, temple carving, and shrine restoration. His works are offered by specialized Japanese galleries such as Butuzou World / Isumu Omotesando, where small woodcarvings and related sculptures by the artist are available in a wide price range.

This wall plaque is carved as a powerful, protective lion's face with deep, swirling mane, expressive features, and subtle pigment and gold accents. The back features a hanging cord for wall mounting and bears the artist's mark.

The work comes with the original wooden storage box, on which the title 獅子 (shishi), the artist's name 時彦, and a seal are engraved.

The woodcarvings of Ishikawa Tokihiko are offered by specialized galleries in Japan, where similar small works often cost hundreds of thousands of yen, depending on the size, subject, and execution.

Specifications:
Artist: Ishikawa Tokihiko
Title: Shishi / 獅子
Date: ca. 2000
Material: Carved wood, natural pigments, gold accents
Dimensions: approx. 17 × 16.8 × 5.5 cm
Origin: Japan
Condition: Good used condition with minimal signs of age
Includes: Original wooden storage box with inscription and seal