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Japanese Showa Period Teak Model of a Pagoda

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Description
the charming wooden model depicting the traditional Japanese temple architecture called the "Five-story Pagoda" (Gojunotu) with each level symbolizing the five elements of the Buddhist universe: sky, wind, fire, water and earth; featuring a graduated series of delicate roof shapes with deep eaves all supported by a central pillar (Shimbashira); a similar example in the permanent collection at the Spurlock Museum of World Cultures, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Artifact Identification: Model of a Pagoda (1993.20.0020)

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	carved wood
Condition:	Good. good vintage condition with overall minor wear; wear to finish
Creation Date:	1940s/1950s
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Patterns:	Handmade
Dealer Reference #:	5714
Incollect Reference #:	866766

Dimensions

W.	7.75 in;	H.	19 in;	D.	4.75 in;
W.	19.69 cm;	H.	48.26 cm;	D.	12.07 cm;

Message from Seller:

Epoca, located in San Francisco's Design Center neighborhood, blends eclectic 20th-century furnishings with traditional antiques and accessories for a truly unique collection. For more information, contact us at info@epocasf.com or call 415.864.6895.

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