Japanese Antique 15 inches Ema Votive Tablet Wood Minogame Turtle Temple Shinto Porcelain Uses Ideal for collectors of

Uses Ideal for collectors of Japanese folk textiles or as material for patchwork

(Image 11: hozo board removed / Image 12: hozo board inserted) This ingenious structure was designed to prevent warping or cracking caused by humidity changes and to make efficient use of valuable solid wood — a testament to the advanced woodworking techniques of the time

blending deep browns with vibrant reddish-copper hues

It is a functional and decorative piece ready to organize your home

understated texture

Japanese Antique 15 inches Ema Votive Tablet Wood Minogame Turtle Temple Shinto Porcelain Uses Ideal for collectors ofDescription Item Details This is a rare and authentic Japanese Ema (Votive Horse Tablet), a wooden plaque used to offer prayers or gratitude at Shinto shrines. Subject (Minogame): The hand painted image depicts a Minogame, a legendary turtle with a flowing tail of algae. In Japanese folklore, the Minogame is said to live for 10,000 years and is a powerful symbol of longevity and good fortune. Provenance & Inscription: On the back, the address and name