This is a bronze tiger figurine. The artist is Shoryu 昇龍. It is believed to be from the early Showa period. The tiger's colors and rust create an antique atmosphere. At about 40cm wide, it is just the right size. The tiger looks as if it is wary of something, and also as if it is roaring. The sculpture is very realistic. Tiger figurines are considered lucky charms that ward off evil spirits and bad luck, and are also believed to have the power to strongly increase financial, career, and business luck. They are best displayed in the entranceway or alcove, with the tiger's face facing outward, and are said to exert the strongest power to bring good fortune, especially when displayed in combination with a dragon figurine. Height 16.6 cm Width 41.0 cm Depth 9.5 cm Weight: 2830 g Condition: The condition is generally good. There are scratches, stains, scuffs, peeling, rust, etc. The box is very fragile and may be damaged during shipping. Please consider it as a bonus item. It has been stored at home. There are also many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 031520180319