Whimsical Mitate Isho-ningyo (Parody Doll) of... Lot n° 25

14" (36 cm.) Mitate isho-ningyo (parody fashion doll) depicting Ebisu, the god of daily provision, wrangling a large tai (sea bream), the beloved god depicted with head of wood covered in gofun with painted hair and details, round cherubic face, clothed in silk brocades with long chirimen silk crepe sleeves with embroidered designs, sporting a lacquered paper eboshi court-style cap, his left foot placed upon a papier mache boulder, his right hand holding a rod from which dangles a giant red sea bream, mounted on a black lacquer base with a painted front. Edo Period, circa 1800. Ebisu, along with his companion god, Daikoku (the god of daily wealth) are two of the most popular gods in Japanese traditional culture, assuring daily wealth and provision to a family throughout the year. Dances specifically featuring Ebisu and his giant fish were popular New Year festivities. Please call (US) 410-224-3655, visit theriaults com or email info@theriaults com if you have specific inquiries about this lot.