Large Vintage Japanese Hyōtan Gourd Flask with Cord & Tassel – Lucky Charm, 18"w/ Stopper ~14" Haribako Please view the enlarged pictures

Please view the enlarged pictures to admire this intricately crafted wooden cat head

This seems to be made of a resin material

In the center the Mitsubishi Mon (Three Diamonds) or Family Crest is featured

Early to mid  1900's

Suitable more for the summer season

Large Vintage Japanese Hyōtan Gourd Flask with Cord & Tassel – Lucky Charm, 18"w/ Stopper ~14" Haribako Please view the enlarged picturesA 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