Wood - Circa 1960s–1970s (Mid to Late Showa Period)
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Large signed vintage Japanese hand-carved wooden bear sculpture (Kibori Kuma) from Hokkaido, measuring 50 cm long, 30 cm high and 31 cm deep, with a salmon in its jaws, signed on the underside by a master carver, circa 1960s–1970s, in good condition and made of wood.
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Large Signed Vintage Japanese Hand-Carved Wooden Bear Sculpture – Hokkaido Kibori Kuma with Salmon by Master Carver for Japandi Interior
Description
An extraordinarily large, museum-quality vintage Japanese hand-carved wooden bear sculpture (Kibori Kuma), originating from Hokkaido and signed by a master artisan on the underside.
Artisanal Details & Provenance:
Artist Signed (Mei): Features an authentic incised Kanji artist signature (Ju-sho / Masa-ju) on the rear paw base, confirming bespoke craftsmanship.
Masterful Hair-Carving (Keno-bori): Intricately hand-chiseled with dense, fluid hair textures across the brow and body, complemented by hand-painted accents on the natural timber finish.
Dynamic Salmon Motif: Captures a powerful brown bear (Higuma) holding a large salmon (Sake) in its jaws—a iconic symbol of nature's bounty and strength in Hokkaido folk tradition.
Contemporary Interior Display:
Measuring an impressive 50 cm in length, this large-scale natural timber sculpture makes a commanding architectural centerpiece for modern Japandi interiors, alpine cabins, executive offices, or folk art galleries.
Condition:
Exhibits rich vintage condition throughout. Features minor light surface handling marks near the snout, natural timber grain variations, and subtle age-related finish rubbing. Structurally rock-solid and substantial in weight. Please inspect all detailed photographs to appreciate its fine quality.
Period
Circa 1960s–1970s (Mid to Late Showa Period)
Large Signed Vintage Japanese Hand-Carved Wooden Bear Sculpture – Hokkaido Kibori Kuma with Salmon by Master Carver for Japandi Interior
Description
An extraordinarily large, museum-quality vintage Japanese hand-carved wooden bear sculpture (Kibori Kuma), originating from Hokkaido and signed by a master artisan on the underside.
Artisanal Details & Provenance:
Artist Signed (Mei): Features an authentic incised Kanji artist signature (Ju-sho / Masa-ju) on the rear paw base, confirming bespoke craftsmanship.
Masterful Hair-Carving (Keno-bori): Intricately hand-chiseled with dense, fluid hair textures across the brow and body, complemented by hand-painted accents on the natural timber finish.
Dynamic Salmon Motif: Captures a powerful brown bear (Higuma) holding a large salmon (Sake) in its jaws—a iconic symbol of nature's bounty and strength in Hokkaido folk tradition.
Contemporary Interior Display:
Measuring an impressive 50 cm in length, this large-scale natural timber sculpture makes a commanding architectural centerpiece for modern Japandi interiors, alpine cabins, executive offices, or folk art galleries.
Condition:
Exhibits rich vintage condition throughout. Features minor light surface handling marks near the snout, natural timber grain variations, and subtle age-related finish rubbing. Structurally rock-solid and substantial in weight. Please inspect all detailed photographs to appreciate its fine quality.
Period
Circa 1960s–1970s (Mid to Late Showa Period)
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Circa 1960s–1970s (Mid to Late Showa Period)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
30 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
31 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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