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Hand-Carved Wooden Katana Stand with Shachihoko Motifs — Japanese Sword Display Rack, Natural Wood, Showa–Heisei Period
Hand-Carved Wooden Katana Stand with Shachihoko Motifs — Japanese Sword Display Rack, Natural Wood, Showa–Heisei Period
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Hand-Carved Wooden Katana Stand with Shachihoko Motifs
This hand-carved wooden katana stand features powerful shachihoko-inspired forms, blending Japanese mythological symbolism with practical sword display. Crafted from solid natural wood, it offers both stability and sculptural presence.
Carved entirely from solid natural wood, the stand features bold shachihoko-inspired forms—mythical creatures with the head of a tiger or dragon and the body of a carp—long associated with protection, resilience, and authority in Japanese architectural and martial symbolism. This sculptural katana stand represents a striking fusion of functional samurai accoutrement and regional folk carving tradition.
Unlike standardized dojo racks, this piece is expressive and almost talismanic in character. The exaggerated silhouettes, stepped negative spaces, and visible tool marks indicate hand carving rather than industrial production. Such stands were often produced in small workshops or by individual craftsmen, intended for personal interiors, collector displays, or local martial households rather than formal training halls.
The warm patina, softened edges, and subtle surface wear reflect honest use and age. This is not a decorative imitation, but a functional sword stand designed to hold a Japanese blade securely while serving as a visual anchor within a room.
Designed for private interiors rather than dojo use, the stand reflects folk craftsmanship and individual expression. Surface wear and patina attest to age and authentic use.
- Material: Solid natural wood
- Motif: Shachihoko (mythical guardian creature)
- Dimensions: approx. 33 × 21 × 40.5 cm
- Period: Showa–Heisei
- Condition: Vintage, with age-related wear
Authenticity & Stewardship
Evaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:
- Material, carving, and surface-study comparison
- Iconographic and stylistic verification
- Condition and stability review (surface integrity)
- Construction assessment and handling-risk evaluation
Guaranteed 100% Authentic. Covered by the Japonista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™.
A Note on Stewardship and Collecting
At Japonista, we approach Buddhist statues, sacred images, and ritual objects not merely as collectibles, but as cultural and spiritual artifacts deserving of respect, understanding, and careful presentation. Every piece we offer is thoughtfully examined, researched, and curated with sensitivity to its origin, meaning, and historical role.
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A Closing Note
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