senshukai royal pet : pelican washcloth The natural fibre

The natural fibre

wearing these scrunched at the ankles

A literal embodiment of an age-old custom

this piece captures a spirit of lightheartedness and humour in the face of adversity

Created in 1959 to meet surveyors' needs while working under rigorous conditions

senshukai royal pet : pelican washcloth The natural fibreThese stylish wooden critters were made by Japanese kokeshi craftsmen in the late 1960s for Senshukai. The range, named Royal Pet, included more then 20 different animals to collect, and were sold monthly by mail order subscription can you imagine? Originally inspired by Scandinavian design, Royal Pet figurines are now highly collectable and bring the warmth of natural timber and midcentury good looks to any shelf. in good original vintage condition