{"product_id":"vintage-shigaraki-ware-frog-1970s-japanese-pottery-kaeru-garden-statue","title":"Vintage Shigaraki Ware Frog 1970s Japanese Pottery Kaeru Garden Statue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eBring a touch of traditional Japanese charm into your space with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"351\"\u003egiant vintage Shigaraki ware frog figurine\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in Japan during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"394\"\u003e1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eKnown as \u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"423\"\u003e“kaeru” (かえる)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese, the frog is a beloved cultural symbol representing \u003cstrong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"533\"\u003egood fortune, safe return, and prosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e. This unique piece features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"601\"\u003elarge frog with a baby frog motif\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbolizing family, protection, and abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eMade using traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eShigaraki ware (信楽焼)\u003c\/strong\u003e techniques, this ceramic sculpture was kiln-fired and finished with natural glazes, creating rich earthy tones and textures unique to each piece. Its expressive design and substantial presence make it ideal as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"975\"\u003egarden feature, entryway accent, or interior statement piece\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eSourced directly from a Japan auction, this is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eauthentic vintage item\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a reproduction, with natural wear that enhances its character and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1j60jkt\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e✨ Key Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e✔ Authentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eShigaraki ware (信楽焼)\u003c\/strong\u003e pottery\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e✔ Handmade and kiln-fired in Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e✔ Vintage 1970s Showa period piece\u003cbr data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e✔ Large frog with baby frog motif (family \u0026amp; prosperity symbol)\u003cbr data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e✔ Unique earthy glaze and natural textures\u003cbr data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e✔ Ideal for garden, entryway, or interior décor\u003cbr data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e✔ Strong cultural symbolism (good luck \u0026amp; safe return)\u003cbr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e✔ Sourced from Japan auction\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e✔ One-of-a-kind collectible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m4fxeh\" data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e📏 Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k4e7qq\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tng6fy\" data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970s (Showa period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cb6qk5\" data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic \/ pottery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jvwy4h\" data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shigaraki ware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4dzs01\" data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1igysxg\" data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please refer to photos for exact measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c5a9po\" data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e🎎 Cultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eIn Japanese culture, frogs (“kaeru”) are powerful symbols of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eluck and safe return\u003c\/strong\u003e—often carried by travelers as charms for protection. 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