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Kaeru [蛙]

Kaeru（蛙〈かえる〉）—a Shōwa wood carving—embodies the auspicious idea of “return” at the threshold between water and world.

Calm, watchful, and quietly luminous, it invites contemplation rather than spectacle.

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Shaped with restrained planes and subtle depth, this mask bridges heritage and modern space: a sculptural focal point with authentic cultural weight. Its symbolism is timeless; its presence, serene—made for collectors who value truth over theatrics.

  • Japanese name: 蛙（かえる / Kaeru）
  • Era: Shōwa period (1926–1989)
  • Material: Wood
  • Dimensions (cm): 21.5 × 15 × 8
  • Weight: 189 g
  • Accessories: Mask and silk bag
  • Origin: Japan

The gaze sits at the verge of movement—quiet, amphibious, poised. Light slips across the carved surfaces with disciplined grace.

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