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Wood netsuke of a tanuki while he is beating his belly

A wood netsuke of a tanuki

by Kokei, early 19th century

Racoon dog

Wooden netsuke
Signed: Kokei
Height: 3.5 cm

This netsuke represents the Tanuki (raccoon-dog) while he is beating his distended belly like a drum. The Tanuki is part of Japanese mythology and often appear in Japanese folklore as a shape-shifter with supernatural powers and mischievous tendencies. Can transform into any living or inanimate shape, but often assumes the form of a monk or a tea kettle to play tricks on people. In legends, the Tanuki can cast powerful illusions: they can turn leaves into fake money or horse excrement into a delicious-looking dinner.

 

Netsuke for sale. Price on application. Please include item stock number: net-1041

 

Inventory Nr: 1041

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