Carved Wood and Gilt/Painted seated Kitchen God Figure Potter x 9 1/2" W with

x 9 1/2" W with handle x 5 3/4" D Condition: Good age-related condition

Missing some pieces of its inlay as well as top of lock or key

(born March 27

ladle's bowl has some minor scuffs

family run shops thrived throughout Japan

Carved Wood and Gilt/Painted seated Kitchen God Figure Potter x 9 1/2" W withWe are offering a carved wood and gilt + painted kitchen god figure, missing his hair, and the seat. In Chinese folk religion, the Kitchen God, also known as Zao Shen or Zao Jun is a deity believed to reside in the kitchen, watching over the family and their activities, and reporting to the Jade Emperor at the end of the year. Approx. Dimensions: Height: 9 1 4" Width: 5 3 4" depth: 2 1 2" Approx. weight: 361 grams Condition: missing the seat, missing