Vintage Japanese Sasano Bori Wood Bird Figurine Signed Takamine Folk Art 8.5\" For Sale

condition with wonderfully preserved shaved-wood feathers. Please see Signed Japanese Sasano-bori Hand-Carved Wood Bird Figurine (8.5") – Artisan Takamine

Add a striking masterpiece of authentic Japanese heritage to your collection with this premium Sasano-bori (笹野一刀彫) wood carving. This incredible hand-chiseled folk art style originated over a thousand years ago in the Yonezawa region of Yamagata Prefecture.

Carved by a master artisan from a single block of wood, this piece beautifully exhibits the signature sarukiri knife technique. The wood is sliced into incredibly fine, delicate curls that form a gorgeous, layered cape of feathers along the back and wings.

Key Features:

Authentic Japanese Folk Art: Intricately hand-carved and beautifully detailed.

Artisan Signed: Features the hand-inscribed signature 高峰作 (Takamine) clearly visible near the base.

Stunning Colors: Features a vibrant, multi-layered painted crown pattern in deep red and teal scales accented with fine black and gold details.

Dimensions:

Height: Approx. 8.5 inches (21.6 cm)

Condition:

Excellent Vintage Condition: The exceptionally fragile shaved wood ribbons are fully intact, wonderfully curled, and unbroken.

The paint remains bright and crisp, and the wood displays a beautiful, warm natural grain.