Fabulous Antique Imari Porcelain Radish & Mouse Dish
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Directory: Archives: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Pre 1900: Item # 1455733
Directory: Archives: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Pre 1900: Item # 1455733
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The Kura
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23 Murasakino Monzen-cho
Kita-ward Kyoto 603-8216
tel.81-75-201-3497
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23 Murasakino Monzen-cho
Kita-ward Kyoto 603-8216
tel.81-75-201-3497
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Sold, Thank you!
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This little guy is just about the cutest thing I have ever seen. A tiny mouse rests atop a bulging white radish, bristling blue leaves in full detail attached as if pulled fresh from the ground. Dating from the 19th century (later Edo to early Meiji period), it comes enclosed in an age darkened wooden box titled Daikon Nezumi Futamono (Radish/Mouse Lidded Receptacle). I confess in over 25 years dealing in Japanese art and antiques I have never seen one like it. It is in excellent condition. Unlike in the west, the mouse is viewed as a symbol of fortune, as mice only gather in homes where there is an abundance of food. The Daikon radish as well, is a symbol of fortune as it grows rapidly. If someone does not scream Kawaii I will not be able to take it!
This little guy is just about the cutest thing I have ever seen. A tiny mouse rests atop a bulging white radish, bristling blue leaves in full detail attached as if pulled fresh from the ground. Dating from the 19th century (later Edo to early Meiji period), it comes enclosed in an age darkened wooden box titled Daikon Nezumi Futamono (Radish/Mouse Lidded Receptacle). I confess in over 25 years dealing in Japanese art and antiques I have never seen one like it. It is in excellent condition. Unlike in the west, the mouse is viewed as a symbol of fortune, as mice only gather in homes where there is an abundance of food. The Daikon radish as well, is a symbol of fortune as it grows rapidly. If someone does not scream Kawaii I will not be able to take it!