{"product_id":"japanese-vintage-horse-figurine-brass-set-rare-year-of-the-horse","title":"Japanese Vintage Horse Figurine Brass Set Rare Year of the Horse","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover an exceptionally charming and unusual piece of Japanese decorative art — a Japanese ETO (干支) Horse figurine set, featuring a beautifully detailed adult horse with a smaller accompanying foal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two horses are presented on a traditional black display base with a vivid red fabric insert and decorative name plaque. Their sculptural bodies feature a striking silver-colored finish with delicate gold-toned speckled decoration, giving the set a distinctive handcrafted appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is particularly interesting because it comes complete with its original presentation box and original Japanese documentation, including an artist biography\/exhibition history. The accompanying document provides information about the artist and his participation in Japanese art exhibitions, making this more than simply a decorative zodiac piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🐎 Japanese ETO – Year of the Horse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe horse is the seventh animal in the traditional Japanese ETO (十二支) zodiac cycle. Horse years return every 12 years, including 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 and 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese culture, the horse has long been associated with movement, vitality and forward progress. Horses also have an important historical connection with Japanese shrines and traditional religious culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the set an especially meaningful gift for someone born in a Horse year, or for collectors interested in Japanese ETO art and traditional annual zodiac decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 Artist Documentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Japanese document included with the piece contains the artist's biography and exhibition history. The document identifies 大森 孝志 (Omori Takashi) and records participation in Japanese art exhibitions and awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documentation is included exactly as found with the piece and is an important part of its provenance and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Highlights\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Japanese vintage ETO zodiac horse set\u003cbr\u003eTwo-horse composition featuring an adult horse and foal\u003cbr\u003eStriking silver-colored finish with gold-toned decorative details\u003cbr\u003eTraditional black display base with red fabric\u003cbr\u003eOriginal presentation box included\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Japanese artist\/documentation sheet included\u003cbr\u003eArtist information and exhibition history included\u003cbr\u003eTraditional Uma \/ 午 – Year of the Horse theme\u003cbr\u003eBeautiful Japanese decorative and collectible art\u003cbr\u003eExcellent display piece for a home, office, study or collection\u003cbr\u003eSourced from a Japan Antique Government Auction\u003cbr\u003eA particularly unusual and collectible Japanese ETO piece\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe horses, display base and presentation components show natural signs of age and previous storage\/use, including minor surface marks and small imperfections consistent with a vintage Japanese decorative piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metallic finish has some natural variation and age-related character, including areas of patina and variation in the gold-toned decoration. The original box also shows signs of age and storage wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Japanese documentation is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as the photos form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem: Japanese ETO Horse Figurine Set\u003cbr\u003eSubject: Horse \/ Uma (午)\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Japanese Zodiac \/ ETO\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Vintage; exact production year not confirmed\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Metal with silver-colored and gold-toned decorative finish\u003cbr\u003eBase: Black lacquer-style display base with red fabric\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: Two horse figures, display base, original presentation box and Japanese documentation\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Japan Government Antique Auction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese zodiac, known as ETO (干支), follows a repeating 12-animal cycle. The Horse (午) is the seventh sign, and 2026 is also a Horse year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful example of the type of Japanese zodiac art traditionally created as meaningful decorative objects and gifts, particularly around New Year celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📢 Important Shipping Policy Update\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. Once your item arrives safely, you’re welcome to place another order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Condition\u003cbr\u003ePlease review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Timeless Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59774392860958,"sku":"E24","price":212.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/3998\/6462\/files\/JapaneseVintageHorseFigurineBrassSetRare1.jpg?v=1786696473","url":"https:\/\/www.realtimelessvintage.com\/products\/japanese-vintage-horse-figurine-brass-set-rare-year-of-the-horse","provider":"Real Timeless Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}