This is a cow figurine made by by Hideyama 秀山 of Takaoka Copperware. It features a cow's face with a gentle expression. Cow figurine has the following meanings and auspicious meanings:  Symbol of sincerity, strength, tenacity, etc. Good luck for a good relationship Good luck for improving fortune Amulet for praying for a good harvest Folk beliefs such as safe childbirth, physical strength, and health promotion The belief in stroking a cow to ward off disasters, bring good health, and pray for success in exams Cows have long been "working animals" that help humans with their work, and are considered lucky because of their working appearance. In addition, the character for ox, one of the zodiac animals, means "to tie," and is also auspicious for a good relationship. Takaoka Copperware 高岡銅器： Takaoka Copperware refers to a collective term for traditional copper products primarily manufactured in and around Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. Takaoka City is renowned as the oldest town in Japan for metal crafts, with a particular emphasis on the production of copper goods. The region has inherited copperworking techniques dating back to the Edo period, and Takaoka Copperware is highly esteemed as a form of Japanese traditional craft, showcasing outstanding examples of artistic craftsmanship. Hight: 8.4 cm Width: 21.0 cm Depth: 9.8 cm Weight: 5200 g Condition: The condition is generally good. There may be dirt, scratches, dullness, scuffs, rust, and other deterioration due to aging. It was stored at home. There are 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. 110220551105