Hand Carved Cryptomeria (Japanese Cedar) Wood Horny Toad antique curiosity with patina to copper and

with patina to copper and minor cracking of wood (visible in face) consistent with age and adding character

and they are otherwise in very good condition

perhaps closing up a third hole (

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I love it just as an object (with a handy hole at the top for hanging)

Hand Carved Cryptomeria (Japanese Cedar) Wood Horny Toad antique curiosity with patina to copper andThis Japanese hand carved cedar (Cryptomeria) horny toad is totally amazing for the manner in which its carved form brilliantly corresponds to the patterns in the grain of the wood. Believed to bring good luck, particularly to those traveling, it makes sense that there would be a tradition in Japan of carving toads like this one that could be carried in a pocketand surely this lovely little one would bring good fortune wherever he goes! The toad