Vintage Japanese Cast Bronze Snow Country Folk Figure Ornament Patina BOSa46 Lacquerware and human vulnerability

and human vulnerability

Color: The vivid contrast between the glossy red surface and the darker recessed areas is a hallmark of traditional Japanese lacquerware

Antique Japanese Illustrated Book "Koi no Gakuya" Attributed to Utagawa Kunisada Edo Period

The wooden box has minor surface scratches

or desserts in a fine dining setting

Vintage Japanese Cast Bronze Snow Country Folk Figure Ornament Patina BOSa46 Lacquerware and human vulnerabilityVintage Japanese Cast Bronze Snow Country Folk Figure Ornament Patina BOSa46 This is a vintage Japanese cast bronze figure ornament depicting a standing folk figure, possibly inspired by rural life in Japans snowy northern regions such as Tohoku. The figure appears to be wearing heavy traditional winter clothing, giving the piece a strong snow country atmosphere. The person is shown holding a large paddle like object close to the face or chest. This