Japanese Momoyama Baku Figures in Carved Keyaki Wood

Name: Japanese Momoyama Baku Figures in Carved Keyaki Wood
Brand: Showplace
SKU: 115532
Price: 12500.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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$12,500.00

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Japanese Momoyama period rare early pair of Baku figures, carved in keyaki wood with an exquisite wood grain, 17th century, circa 1650. (Set of two)
The elephant-like Baku is an imaginary and composite creature from Chinese mythology, thought to prevent or devour nightmares. It has the trunk and tusks of an elephant, the eyes of a rhinoceros, and the paws of a tiger. Baku figures are commonly housed within shrines, mounted at the ceiling in opposite corners.
In remarkable antique condition with some losses.

Period: Circa 1650

Origin: Asia / Japan

Materials: Wood

Dimensions: 6" D x 16" W x 8.5" H

Dealer Code: G228 - 115532 - 0721

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