Height: 13cms
Date: 1868 - 1912
£3,750
Product Code: KPOK43
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An amusing Bronze statue of a mischievous Akita puppy playing with an unfortunate tortoise. The dog, with both front feet raised and resting on the tortoise shell while the poor reptile tries to decide whether to attempt a “hasty” getaway or to retreat into his shell.
The puppy is clearly excited and enjoying the game as his tail is raised and wagging with excitement.
Condition: Excellent
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Akita
The Akita Inu is a large powerful breed of Japanese dog, there are records of the breed dating as far back as the 1500’s, they served as companions to Samurai and over the years have been used for dog fighting, hunting and tracking. The most famous Akita is Hachiko, born in 1925, Hachiko dutifully used to wait for his master’s return at the train station. Sadly one day his owner died while at work, Hachiko continued to travel to the station every day for the next nine years in the hope that his master would return. A statue of Hachiko stands at Shibuya station and a memorial service is held in his honour every year.
Tortoise
In Japan the tortoise symbolises longevity, good luck and support, it is the symbol of Kumpira the god of seafaring people.
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