Shintoism · SHISHI lion head 獅子頭 Gold painted wood carving - Kamo Banzai - Object shinto - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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This golden lion's head is a treasured object for Shinto and celebratory occasions in Japan.
It is meticulously carved from wood and adorned with gold leaf.

In Japan, lion heads have been considered lucky charms since ancient times.
They are used for festivals, housewarmings, weddings, and children's milestones.
They are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.
The lion's wide-open mouth symbolizes the fact that if the lion bites your head, it will drive away evil spirits and drive away evil spirits.
That's why the mouth is designed to open so wide.

Actual lion heads used in lion dances are large enough for a person to wear.
See the last photo for reference.
This object was made for easy display.

The artist is Kamo Banzan (1946-)
The first generation carver has been creating lion heads, Shinto and Buddhist implements, and festival paraphernalia since the Edo period. Kamo Banzan is the fourth generation.
He is characterized by his deeply carved nose, eyebrows, and eyes, and is a Nitten artist (a title given to Japan's leading artists). This is a rare artist who has inherited traditional Japanese techniques.

The condition is excellent.
The gold leaf is still in excellent condition.

Hand-signed by Tomonbako.

Size: Height 22cm, Width 37cm x 21cm, Weight 660g
Tomonbako Weight 840g
Total Weight 1500g

This golden lion's head is a treasured object for Shinto and celebratory occasions in Japan.
It is meticulously carved from wood and adorned with gold leaf.

In Japan, lion heads have been considered lucky charms since ancient times.
They are used for festivals, housewarmings, weddings, and children's milestones.
They are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.
The lion's wide-open mouth symbolizes the fact that if the lion bites your head, it will drive away evil spirits and drive away evil spirits.
That's why the mouth is designed to open so wide.

Actual lion heads used in lion dances are large enough for a person to wear.
See the last photo for reference.
This object was made for easy display.

The artist is Kamo Banzan (1946-)
The first generation carver has been creating lion heads, Shinto and Buddhist implements, and festival paraphernalia since the Edo period. Kamo Banzan is the fourth generation.
He is characterized by his deeply carved nose, eyebrows, and eyes, and is a Nitten artist (a title given to Japan's leading artists). This is a rare artist who has inherited traditional Japanese techniques.

The condition is excellent.
The gold leaf is still in excellent condition.

Hand-signed by Tomonbako.

Size: Height 22cm, Width 37cm x 21cm, Weight 660g
Tomonbako Weight 840g
Total Weight 1500g

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Artist
Kamo Banzai
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Shintoism · SHISHI lion head 獅子頭 Gold painted wood carving
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Object shinto
Height
22 cm
Width
37 cm
Depth
21 cm
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Objects sold
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