Ainu Hand Carved Wooden Bear With Salmon From Hokkaido Japan

Ainu Hand Carved Wooden Bear With Salmon From Japan

H: 33cm L: 55cm W: 32cm

Weight: 8kg

A finely carved wooden bear with salmon, mid-20th century, Japanese in origin and influenced by traditional Ainu carving. The sculpture features beautifully textured fur and a powerful sense of movement, capturing the bear mid-stride with a large salmon firmly grasped in its jaws. The contrasting tones of the wood highlight the natural grain and give depth to the carving, while the expressive detailing adds to its lifelike presence. Both decorative and symbolic, this piece embodies strength, survival, and a deep connection to nature—making it an ideal addition for collectors of folk art and rustic décor.

Provenance: Japan

Material: Wood