A wonderful Japanese carved wooden bear in excellent antique condition. The bear is rendered in a deep, rich brown and shown in a powerful stance, one paw raised and resting on a tree stump. The sculptor has worked the timber with exceptional skill, carving deeply textured fur, sharply defined claws, and an expressive open mouth that lends the piece a vivid sense of movement and presence. Its naturalistic base, shaped to evoke roots or forest terrain, grounds the composition and heightens its sculptural drama. A fine example of Kibori Kuma carving, it embodies the rich folk-art tradition of Hokkaido and the craftsmanship for which these iconic works are celebrated.All measurements are done to the widest point .Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .Delivery :We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best ...