Large Tanuki Statue, Shōwa Period, Japan.

The Tanuki is a mischievous Japanese raccoon dog with magical powers, often depicted with a round belly, an enlarged scrotum, and a bottle of sake. In Japan, Tanuki statues are traditionally placed at the entrances of homes, shops, and restaurants as symbols of good luck, protection, and prosperity.

This original Tanuki garden statue is a charming piece that also serves as the perfect eye-catcher for your interior decor.