Large Vintage Japanese Hyōtan Gourd Flask with Cord & Tassel – Lucky Charm, 18"w/ Stopper ~14" Haribako 5" W (50 × 27

5" W (50 × 27 cm) each

Subject: Bear (higuma) with salmon

Early to mid  1900's

some light foxing and small tears at edges

Suitable more for the summer season

Large Vintage Japanese Hyōtan Gourd Flask with Cord & Tassel – Lucky Charm, 18"w/ Stopper ~14" Haribako 5" W (50 × 27A striking large Japanese hytan () gourd flask, measuring approx. 18" long, complete with its original cord and tassel. Traditionally, dried gourds like this were used as flasks for water or sake, and over time became powerful symbols of luck, longevity, and protection in Japanese culture. This example, with its impressive size and decorative tassel, would have been intended as a display piece or talisman. In folk belief, the gourd is thought to