【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. ・Please note: VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and do not cover import duties, or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. 【Product details】 This charming set of hand-carved and painted wooden Mandarin ducks by Miyamoto Risaburo is a delightful representation of the artist's skill. Each duck features the artist's signature stamp on the bottom. The original wooden box also bears inscriptions and a seal. Mandarin ducks, known for their striking appearance and monogamous behavior, symbolize love and fidelity in Japanese culture, making this set a meaningful and decorative addition to any collection. Miyamoto Risaburo (1904-1998) was a renowned Japanese sculptor born in Oita Prefecture. He studied under Mitani Kogetsu in Kyoto before moving to Tokyo to apprentice with Sato Chozan. His work gained significant recognition over the years, winning multiple awards at the Japan Art Institute Exhibitions, including for pieces such as "Red Frog," "Ox," "Little Shrike," and "Falcon." He also achieved success at the Shotoku Taishi Exhibition and the Bunten Exhibition. His unique style often featured small creatures like lizards and crabs, capturing their lifelike essence with soft, rounded forms. Besides his exhibition work, he created Buddhist statues for temples, including the Fudo Myo-o and Kongo Rikishi statues for Mijoin Temple in Ota Ward and the Enma Daio statue for Enmado in Fukagawa. The ducks show some signs of age, including minor scuffs, stains, chips, and cracks. The male duck has significant wear, with chunks chipped off from its wing and tail, leaving those areas noticeably missing. Additionally, the female duck's belly features a prominent crack, further indicating their vintage character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of their condition. Dimensions of a Duck: approx. H 6.8 cm W 16 cm D 8 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!