HOT ! Bobbing head VINTAGE 56CM JAPANESE HARIKO TIGER 首振り　張子の虎 首振り虎 郷土玩具 縁起物

張子の虎の置物です。首振りタイプで、迫力のある表情が特徴です。郷土玩具や縁起物として、また五月人形としても飾っていただけます。【商品の状態】経年による多少の傷や汚れ、色褪せが見られますが、大きな破損はありません。写真にて状態をご確認ください。サイズ: 56cm×53cm×22cm53×31×22cm（尻尾パーツ含まないサイズ）[HUGE VINTAGE JAPANESE HARIKO TIGER - WITH AUTHENTIC "RAWR!" PROVENANCE]This is an extra-large (56cm) vintage Hariko tiger， but it has a powerful， verifiable soul. As shown in the blurred family photo， this very tiger has been a cherished family heirloom for decades. **This photo captures a child "RAWR!"-ing with pure joy while riding this exact tiger!** This is not just a standard folk toy; it has been a faithful guardian and playmate， celebrating the healthy growth and high spirits of children. Photo from 1979 (Showa 54)- PROVENANCE (Visual Proof): Original vintage family photo included (child's face blurred for privacy). Visibly validates the authentic history and age of this piece.- RARE SIZE: 特大 56cm - significantly larger than standard folk art， with commanding presence.- CONDITION: Immaculate vintage condition， colors are vibrant， intact long whiskers， and its powerful， fierce expression. Minor surface cracks on the hind leg due to age， but structure is solid.This is a unique opportunity to own a confirmed piece of Japanese folk history with a verified， heartwarming story of family protection and raw energy. Highly recommended for serious collectors who value authentic provenance.（2026年 4月4日 19時 26分 追加）This is a traditional Japanese hariko (papier-mch) tiger， a folk craft made by layering washi paper over a mold and hand-painting each piece. Hariko has been produced in Japan for centuries and is valued for its lightweight structure， durability， and expressive character.The tiger holds a special meaning in Japanese culture. It is believed to protect children from harm and evil spirits， symbolizing strength， courage， and healthy growth. For this reason， tiger figures have long been associated with wishes for a child’s well-being.Such items are traditionally displayed during Tango no Sekku (Children’s Day， May 5th)， when families celebrate the growth and happiness of boys. They are often kept and passed down through generations as meaningful household guardians.This particular piece is notably large at approximately 56 cm (22 inches)， making it an uncommon and striking example. Its scale enhances both its decorative presence and its cultural significance， reflecting a time when these objects played an important role in family life.