TOY DOG
4 x 6 inches
woodblock print
This charming papier mache dog (inu hariko) is a wish for good luck and good health.
In Japan it is given to pregnant women in hopes of an easy childbirth,
and also to new babies, to be hung over the crib to guard the baby from harm and illness.
Different shrines have different styles of inu hariko. Some have toy drums on their backs.
This one has a basket and an umbrella on his head!
Hi there,
ReplyDeleteI really wanted to go to your show at the YWCA today but I was snowed in and couldn't get out.
I am a new promoter and I wanted to tell you about the shows that I have planned for 2011 so far.
You can email me at peanutbuttershows@gmail.com or visit my website peanutbuttershows.wordpress.com for more information.
I would love to have you at one of my shows!
-Peggy