Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Illustrated Vtg Aqua Totto Gifu Lucky Charm G274 lusterware Celadon (green)

Celadon (green)

9 cm wide x 4

Some staining around joints

Packed weight: 705 grams

This item is an antique Japanese Buddhist altar fitting small bronze incense burner (Koro)

Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Illustrated Vtg Aqua Totto Gifu Lucky Charm G274 lusterware Celadon (green)Vintage Japanese Natural Gourd Bottle This Japanese naturally dried hyotan gourd was not only made for storing and carrying sake and seeds but also as a good luck charm for display. It features a natural brown color and rounded curvy shape. This hyotan features a hand drawn illustration of a character called Totto, the Fairy of the River, from the Aqua Totto aquarium in Gifu. As a good luck charm, hyotan gourds symbolize the prosperity of descendants,