Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM87 maki-e 屋島 yashima place name

屋島 yashima place name

These pictures are black or reddish brown

Item weight:  86 grams

This is a vintage Japanese flower vase or kabin

7 cm long x 4 cm wide x 10

Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM87 maki-e 屋島 yashima place nameVtg Japanese Hariko Shishi Lion Mask w Box This is a Japanese lacquered hariko paper mache shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This gorgeous piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden frame and hinge attached to string and the ears are