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Lacquered wood Figure representing the deity Ashinaga, Japan, early 20th C

Offered by: Spectandum

Description
Lacquered wood figure representing the deity Ashinaga, Japan, early 20th century.
Carved in wood and finished with a dark lacquer surface, highlighting the elongated limbs characteristic of this folkloric figure.
Ashinaga, often paired with his counterpart Tenaga, appears in Japanese legend as a supernatural being with extraordinarily long legs.
The sculpture reflects the continued interest in traditional mythological subjects during the late Meiji–Taishō period.
A decorative object combining folk narrative, skilled carving, and lacquer craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century Japanese art.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Wood sculptured
Condition:	Good. Previously owned and used, showing natural wear, including discoloration and cracks consistent with age. May have slight soiling, but no structural issues.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	6203
Incollect Reference #:	867218

Dimensions

W.	7.09 in;	H.	27.95 in;	D.	6.69 in;
W.	18 cm;	H.	71 cm;	D.	17 cm;

Message from Seller:

Spectandum, a by-appointment gallery in Leuven, Belgium, can be reached at contact@spectandum.com 32475648678. The gallery specializes in Natural History, Ethnography, European works of art, antiquities, and rare curiosities sourced from around the world.

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