This is a very fine cow figurine made by Shoun 照雲. The back bears the seal of Shoun 照雲. 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. Hight: 16.7 cm Width: 36.0 cm Depth: 16.5 cm Weight: 4000 g Condition: The condition is generally good. There is some deterioration such as dirt, scratches, tarnish, scuffs, and rust. This is a home-stored item. Please see the many photos provided. 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. 033021050515