Large vintage Tanuki statue made from Shigaraki Pottery, Shōwa era, Japan. This Tanuki statue, crafted from Shigaraki clay, represents a mythical creature from Japanese folklore. Dimensions: height 50 cm, width 40 cm, depth 25 cm. Made from glazed Shigaraki clay, this Tanuki exudes a rustic charm. The Tanuki is a mischievous Japanese raccoon dog with magical powers, featuring a large belly, an enlarged scrotum, and a sake bottle. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution