Japanese Antique wooden Netsuke Raccoon dog Mythical Tanuki Edo Meiji NW267 Stone especially those depicting shape-shifting tanuki

especially those depicting shape-shifting tanuki

This is a rare and exquisite Ko-Imari polychrome shaving bowl ("Higezara") from the Genroku Era (1688-1704)

The reddish-brown glaze characteristic of the "beni-shino" style enhances the natural beauty of the piece

which enhance its authentic antique character

Japanese Antique wooden Netsuke Raccoon dog Mythical Tanuki Edo Meiji NW267 Stone especially those depicting shape-shifting tanukiThis captivating Tanuki Netsuke, created during the late Edo to early Meiji period, represents the legendary tanuki (raccoon dog) in a unique style. In Japanese folklore, tanuki is known for its mischievous nature and magical powers. The exaggerated facial expressions often seen in Edo period paintings and ukiyo e woodblock prints, especially those depicting shape shifting tanuki, are a notable feature of this netsuke. This piece reflects such