Yakusugi dragon sculpture. The ascending dragon is treasured as an auspicious carving for improving luck. In addition, Yakusugi also has the meaning of warding off evil, from the pun "Yaku-sugi" (passing through misfortune). Furthermore, Yakusugi is also a symbol of longevity. The annual rings, which are proof of having grown while withstanding the rain and wind for thousands of years, tell the story. Yakusugi has been completely prohibited from auctioning since March 2019, and is now unavailable. Therefore, the price of the raw wood has soared, and the value of the carvings is also rising day by day. This was a gift, but it has been stored in a box for a long time, so the condition is good for its age. ▼Title "Ryuko" by Tanehikari ▼Size Width: Approximately 44cm × Depth: Approximately 18cm × Height: Approximately 45cm Base thickness: Approximately 3cm ▼Weight Approximately 1.1kg ▼Seller Satsuma Mingei Shoji Co., Ltd. ▼Notes One wood screw is included, so please use a screwdriver to fix the main body and the base to display it. #Dragon #AscendingDragon #RisingDragon #FlyingDragon #Ornament #Object #Antique #Vintage #FineArt #FolkCrafts #Interior #ChineseZodiac #FengShui #GoodLuck #AuspiciousItem #YearOfTheDragon