Antique Japanese Kashigata Confectionery Mold Tai Sea Bream Hand-Carved Wood 16" LS#186 Shin-Hanga It is marked on the

It is marked on the bottom 九谷製 大日本 (Kutani-sei Dainippon)

This in an antique Japanese early Showa era c

This chest remains in fine original antique condition

his journey into the world of art began under the tutelage of Kaburagi Kiyokata

Condition - Note substantial bug damage from many decades earlier

Antique Japanese Kashigata Confectionery Mold Tai Sea Bream Hand-Carved Wood 16" LS#186 Shin-Hanga It is marked on theAntique Japanese Kashigata Confectionery Mold Tai Sea Bream () Hand Carved Wood 16" Description Large and finely carved kashigata () confectionery mold used for shaping wagashi sweets. The design features a detailed tai (sea bream) with bold scales, fins, and expressive eye. In Japan, tai is an auspicious fish, its name echoing the word medetai (auspicious, joyful). Such imagery is traditionally associated with good fortune, prosperity, and