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Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Roof Ornaments
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Roof Ornaments

19th century
Description

Striking pair of 19th century shachikoko rood ornaments circa 1880.

These appear to be 'shachikoko' sea monsters still retaining their bold colours, showing the head of a dragon with the body of a carp.

Both are made from 2 sections and would have been originally nailed to the roof.

Because of the material used and their purpose there are losses and repairs. These have been photographed so please check.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
43.8cm (17.24")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Shachihoko Roof Ornaments to the 19th Century.

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EA2007
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Description
Striking pair of 19th century shachikoko rood ornaments circa 1880.
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These appear to be 'shachikoko' sea monsters still retaining their bold colours, showing the head of a dragon with the body of a carp.
Debenham Antiques Ltd
fig 1. A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes.
fig 1. Pair of 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Shachikoko Roof Ornaments

Both are made from 2 sections and would have been originally nailed to the roof.

Because of the material used and their purpose there are losses and repairs. These have been photographed so please check.

Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
43.8cm (17.24")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Japanese Shachihoko Roof Ornaments to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1050906
Dealers Internal Ref
EA2007
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Archive I A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes.

PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE CERAMIC SHACHIKOKO ROOF ORNAMENTS

Archive II A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View II
Archive III A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View III
Archive IV A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View IV
Archive V A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View V
Archive VI A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View VI
Archive VII A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View IX
Archive X A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes. View X
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
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73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes.
PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE CERAMIC SHACHIKOKO ROOF ORNAMENTS
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A pair of 19th-century Japanese glazed ceramic Shachihoko roof ornaments depicting dragon-headed carp with raised tails in green, red, and cream glazes.
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FAQs

A Shachihoko is a mythical creature from Japanese folklore featuring the head of a dragon or tiger and the body of a carp. Traditionally mounted on temple and castle roofs, these architectural ornaments were believed to protect buildings against fire.

Shachihoko figures were most commonly hand-shaped from earthenware clay or terracotta and finished with colourful lead-based glazes. Higher-status architectural examples were occasionally cast in bronze or covered in copper sheet and gold leaf.

Authentic 19th-century examples exhibit signs of traditional hand-modelling, irregular glaze pooling, and natural wear or mortar residues near the base. The weight of the earthenware, craquelure in the glaze, and unglazed foot rims also indicate genuine age.

Displaying a pair symmetrically on a sideboard, console table, or fireplace mantelpiece creates a grounded focal point. Their intricate sculptural silhouette and polychrome glazes work well within maximalist, eclectic, or contemporary minimalist interiors.

Dust the surfaces gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush to clear dust from crevices without abrading the glaze. Avoid harsh liquid cleaners or soaking, as moisture can compromise underlying earthenware bodies or historical structural repairs.
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