Ryubundo – Cast Dog Ornament – With Original Wooden Box – Japan Product Overview This cast dog ornament was produced by Ryubundo, one of Kyoto's most renowned traditional foundries. Crafted with solid construction and expressive modeling, the sculpture reflects the refined craftsmanship for which Ryubundo has been admired for generations. Accompanied by its original wooden storage box, this piece is an attractive example of traditional Japanese cast artistry and a collectible decorative object. Product Details The ornament depicts a seated dog with a dignified expression and substantial presence. Its simple yet powerful form highlights the quality of Ryubundo's casting and finishing techniques. Ryubundo was founded around 1754 in Kyoto and became one of Japan's leading producers of artistic cast works. The workshop gained particular recognition for refining the lost-wax casting technique, which enabled smoother surfaces and more intricate designs than conventional casting methods. While Ryubundo is best known for its cast iron kettles (tetsubin), the workshop also produced decorative cast objects that display the same high level of craftsmanship. The ornament is accompanied by its original wooden storage box. The box bears handwritten inscriptions and shows tape residue, while the lid is slightly warped and also has writing on the underside, reflecting its age and long-term storage. Product Specifications Maker: Ryubundo Type: Dog ornament Material: Cast iron or bronze Country of Origin: Japan Original Box: Yes Dimensions: 20 × 10 × 13 cm (7.9 × 3.9 × 5.1 in) Weight: Ornament: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) With wooden box: 3.1 kg (6.8 lb) Condition: Antique. The ornament shows age-related scratches, wear, and surface dirt consistent with its age. The original wooden box has handwritten inscriptions, tape residue, a slightly warped lid, and writing on the underside. Please refer to the photographs for details. Background of the Product Founded in Kyoto around 1754, Ryubundo became one of Japan's most respected foundries and remained active from the late Edo period into the Shōwa era. The workshop was especially noted for its mastery of lost-wax casting, a technique that allowed exceptionally smooth surfaces and finely detailed forms. Although Ryubundo is most widely associated with high-quality cast iron kettles, the workshop also produced decorative sculptures and other cast iron works. Today, Ryubundo pieces are appreciated by collectors for their craftsmanship, historical significance, and enduring aesthetic appeal. All photos were taken by the seller. They also show the actual product to be delivered. Shipping Shipped by FedEx or EMS with tracking number and compensation. Unless there are some irregularities such as bad weather or traffic problems, delivery can be made in about one week from the time of payment. International Buyers - Please Note Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts. International government regulations prohibit such behavior.