Vintage wooden Komainu netsuke | 6.5 cm

This vintage Japanese netsuke depicts a reclining komainu, a mythical guardian associated with protection.

The figure is carved in a compact, rounded form, with a broad muzzle, powerful paws and decorative details in the mane and body. The warm brown tone and visible wood grain give the carving a natural character.

A clear himotoshi with two openings can be found underneath. This allowed the netsuke to be attached to a cord and worn above the obi of a kimono.

A characterful little netsuke combining Japanese symbolism and traditional woodcarving.

Dimensions:
Length: 6.5 cm
Height: 3.5 cm at the highest point
Weight: 67 g

Would you like to learn more about the meaning and origins of netsuke? Visit the Tamashii Guide.

Every vintage piece in our collection has a story and carries traces of its past. We kindly ask you to examine the photographs carefully for an honest impression of its condition and any signs of use.