Papier-mâché Shishimai Akabeko #2 osho kokeshi so hariko inu are thought

so hariko inu are thought to protect children and are also given to pregnant women as a talisman for easy childbirth

9”) x 23cm (9”) x 23cm (9”)

whilst the exterior is made of synthetic resin coated in lacquer

If you want to save money and don't mind a very long 3 month wait

This piece is similar in appearance to Bizen-ware

Papier-mâché Shishimai Akabeko #2 osho kokeshi so hariko inu are thought*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a hand painted shishimai akabeko made by Hanjiro in Fukushima. An akabeko is a toy made from papier mch thats shaped and painted to look like a red oxen. The body is hollow and the head bobs up and down when moved. Akabeko originated in the Aizu region of Fukushima, and is probably one of the most recognizable folk crafts