Figurine Porcelain Jurōjin Japan Japanese Jurōjin Kutani CM2

PORCELAIN FIGURINEJapan, 20th century--VINTAGE TRADING CARDSJapan, 1900'sDESCRIPTION / DESCRIPTIONSubject: Jurōjin, also known by the name of Gama, is one of the Seven Deities of Fortune (shichifukujin), characters in Japanese mythology. The other deities are Ebisu, Daikoku, Benzaiten, Bishamonten, Fukurokuju and Hotei. This is the deity of longevity. Material: porcelainAuthor: marked on the bottom with Japanese charactersEra: 20th centuryOrigin: JapanConditions: very good (look at the photos, consider the age)Measures: height = 15 cm--Subjects: Jurojin. Considered the incarnation of the southern pole star ("nankyokusei"), Juroujin is the god of the elderly and of longevity in Japanese Buddhist mythology. It is said that the legendary Juroujin is based on a real person who lived in ancient times. He was approximately 1.82 meters tall with a very long head. Besides his distinctive skull, he is represented with a long white beard, riding a deer, and is often also accompanied by a 1500-year-old crane and a tortoise, as symbols of his affinity with long lives. In addition, he is usually represented under a peach tree, as the fruit of this tree is considered, by Chinese Taoism, as able to prolong life. In his hand he holds a dog and a book or a scroll. The wisdom of the world remains written in its pages. Jurojin enjoys rice and wine and is a very cheerful figure. Material: porcelainBack stamp: japanese marks Date of creation: 1900'sOrigins: JapanCondition: very good, no chips, no cracks, or repairs. (Please look at all the pictures, they are part of the description, consider the age)Measures in cm: height = 15 cmMeasures in inches: 5.90"VISIT MY STORE BELBELLO-ANTIQUESClick hereVISIT MY eCRATER STORE BELBELLO-ANTIQUESClick here!PAYMENT / PAYMENTWe accept the main payment methods.-----We accept the most popular payment methods. SHIPPING / SHIPPINGInsured and tracked shipping with delivery throughout Italy within 2-4 working days.International shipping is available.It is possible to pick it up by hand at our warehouse in Turin by making an appointment and at no additional cost.Each item is carefully packaged.We offer shipping discounts for multiple purchases.-----Trackable and insured shipping.International shipping time: 3-7 working days.Local pick up available in Turin (Italy).We combine shipping, you can buy multiple items and we will make a discount on the shipping cost.  REFUND / RETURNReturn possible according to the law.-----We accept returns.FURTHER INFORMATION / NOTESFor viewing in person, any high resolution photographs or requests for clarification do not hesitate to contact us.-----For any additional information or high resolution pictures feel free to contact us, we will be happy to answer your questions.Subjects: Jurojin. Considered the incarnation of the southern pole star ("nankyokusei"), Juroujin is the god of the elderly and of longevity in Japanese Buddhist mythology. It is said that the legendary Juroujin is based on a real person who lived in ancient times. He was approximately 1.82 meters tall with a very long head. Besides his distinctive skull, he is represented with a long white beard, riding a deer, and is often also accompanied by a 1500-year-old crane and a tortoise, as symbols of his affinity with long lives. In addition, he is usually represented under a peach tree, as the fruit of this tree is considered, by Chinese Taoism, as able to prolong life. In his hand he holds a dog and a book or a scroll. The wisdom of the world remains written in its pages. Jurojin enjoys rice Subjects: Jurojin. Considered the incarnation of the southern pole star ("nankyokusei"), Juroujin is the god of the elderly and of longevity in Japanese Buddhist mythology. It is said that the legendary Juroujin is based on a real person who lived in ancient times. He was approximately 1.82 meters tall with a very long head. Besides his distinctive skull, he is represented with a long white beard, riding a deer, and is often also accompanied by a 1500-year-old crane and a tortoise, as symbols of his affinity with long lives. In addition, he is usually represented under a peach tree, as the fruit of this tree is considered, by Chinese Taoism, as able to prolong life. In his hand he holds a dog and a book or a scroll. The wisdom of the world remains written in its pages. Jurojin enjoys rice