Wooden Stand 'Bear with Cubs', Ainu (アイヌ), Hokkaido, Japan.

Beautiful Ainu wood carving made from solid wood.

Dimensions: height 59.5 cm, width 42 cm, depth 20 cm.

The intricate wood carving depicts a bear and its cub eating fruits. The stand is made from a halved tree trunk and is perfect for displaying plants, ceramics, and more. A unique and authentic decorative piece, crafted with skill.

In Ainu culture, the bear and its cub are two important symbols. The bear is considered a sacred protector, associated with strength, courage, and wisdom. The cub represents new life and continuity.

The Ainu, an indigenous population from Japan, are renowned for their wood carving art. With approximately 25,000 members primarily residing on the island of Hokkaido, they have a rich cultural heritage, often featuring bears as a prominent theme in their art.