Japanese Lacquered Wood Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red Gold OM56 Yellow Kokeshi dolls

Kokeshi dolls

it showcases the kamakurabori style

Overall it is a visual representation of perseverance

On the outside of the cup are some gold inscriptions

tea whisk (Chasen): 5 cm wide x 11 cm long

Japanese Lacquered Wood Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red Gold OM56 Yellow Kokeshi dollsVtg Japanese Wooden Shishi Lion Mask This is a Japanese lacquered wooden shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This large carved piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden hinge and the ears are adjustable removable. Red, black, gold Wood,