A large 19th century Japanese ceramic Kutani Foo dog / Komainu (Circa 1870)

GBP 7,850.00

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Object Description

A charming depiction of a Japanese Foo dog seated on a carved wood stand, he is painted in bright green and red whorls with a contrasting purple mane, tail and eyebrows.

This large figure would have been placed at the entrance to a home or business to ward of evil spirits and protect those within.

Object Details

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By appointment only.

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Dealer Location

7 Pierrepont Row
(Off Camden Passage)
London
N1 8EE

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