Okimono (1) - Bronze - hight quality tanuki disguised as buddhist priest or pilgrim - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Large and impressive bronze okimono of a Tanuki with a Mokugyo drum, unsigned Meiji era (1868-1912) , late 19th/early 20th century The Tanuki is a mythological creature thought to possess the powers to transform itself or the petitioner into any shape or being. The belief system changes from one geographical area to the other. Most are associated with a priests drum that when asked the Tanuki will provide the necessary prayers that will please the petitioner. Weight : 3. 5 kg Condition: near perfect with nice dark chocolate patina, some light scratches Specific packaging required.