Japanese Tsuruga Fisherwoman Figurine Vtg Seashell Okimono Folk Art BD986 chokin bako 3 legs and 2 handles

3 legs and 2 handles

Kanji inside lid: Taisho 8 (1919)

This is a Japanese vintage paper hanging scroll (left Owakigake) representing Keizan (Jozai Daishi)

41 cm long x 53 cm wide

Japanese Tsuruga Fisherwoman Figurine Vtg Seashell Okimono Folk Art BD986 chokin bako 3 legs and 2 handlesVtg Japanese Fisherwoman Figurine This is a vintage Japanese figurine of a fisherwoman. She is sitting on a large seashell holding a fishing rod, bucket, and fish. The main body is mostly made of plastic resin, fabrics, and natural materials. The bucket says "Tsuruga" which is a city in Fukui Prefecture that hugs a large bay on the Sea of Japan. The region is most famous for madai (red sea bream). This cute little souvenir figurine is an excellent