Japanese Hariko Bobble Head Tiger with Whiskers hook handle a little taller on one

a little taller on one side than the other

4 7/8" across at base

and this is quite a charming one

The colors are a bit brighter than in photos - the light green in pretty electric

is an IQ test administered to children between ages 6 and 16

Japanese Hariko Bobble Head Tiger with Whiskers hook handle a little taller on oneNo way could I resist this little Japanese Hariko (paper mache) tiger, with those big red ears, heart shaped nose, and these great spiky wire whiskers! So Japanese maybe 1980s or so? and really a charmer. The head is attached to the interior of the neck by a thin wire, and I wouldn't say it is especially effective at bobbling, but it is very good at sitting on a shelf looking cute! Good vintage condition, with no notable dings; there is one spot on