Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM87 dogu 8 cm tall

8 cm tall

It is the 1988 first edition that includes a dust cover and a cardboard sleeve

Item weight: 138 grams

It is made of bronze and design of a lotus flower on the lid

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei

Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM87 dogu 8 cm tallVtg Japanese Hariko Shishi Lion Mask w Box This is a Japanese lacquered hariko paper mache shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This gorgeous piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden frame and hinge attached to string and the ears are