Rare Meiji Period Votive Shinto Shrine Plaque c.1890

Rare Meiji Period Votive Shinto Shrine Plaque c.1890

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Rare Meiji Period Votive Shinto Shrine Plaque c.1890

This antique Japanese shinto shrine plaque is from the late Meiji Period c.1890. The characters read 'Inari Jingya' (Inari Shrine). Many shinto shrines have a separate structure where Inari Daimyojin, the deity of abundant rice harvests and wealth in all forms, is worshipped. The guardians of such a sanctuary are two foxes, one carrying a jewel or scroll giving power, the other a key to a chest of treasures. c.1890. (25" x 18") (64cm x 46cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $100.