{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-cast-metal-toad-trinket-box","title":"Vintage Japanese Cast-Metal Toad Trinket Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"js-swap-sibling js-toggle-less\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"js-swap-sibling js-toggle-more\"\u003eThis finely modeled Japanese cast-metal toad is both sculpture and secret keeper — a beautifully weighted lidded box\u003c\/span\u003e disguised as a watchful amphibian. With its deeply textured skin, expressive eyes, and softly oxidized bronze-copper patina, the piece feels at once folkloric and quietly modern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Japanese symbolism, the frog (kaeru) is a powerful talisman of good fortune, safe return, and prosperity, making this object more than decorative — it’s a traditional lucky charm rendered in sculptural form. The hinged head lifts cleanly to reveal a small interior compartment, originally intended for incense, seals, coins, or other personal treasures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLikely produced in Japan in the early to mid-20th century, pieces like this were made using traditional metal-casting techniques and often sold as collectible objets for both domestic and export markets. The surface shows a beautifully aged patina with hints of verdigris in the recesses, highlighting the remarkable depth of the casting and lending it a distinctly wabi-sabi character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect as a conversation-starting accent on a desk, coffee table, or altar, this toad brings a touch of mystical whimsy, Asian decorative arts heritage, and quiet luxury to any space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"detail-list js-detail-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e3.75ʺW × 2.75ʺD × 1.75ʺ\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"js-swap-sibling js-toggle-less\"\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cast metal (bronze\/copper alloy)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Early–Mid 20th Century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFunction: Lidded trinket box \/ incense or keepsake container\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Naturally aged patina with verdigris highlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDimensions: 9.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 2.5ʺH each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Shipping is free. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SABIN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44004307664979,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0515\/5737\/files\/toad_white_padding_887x1182_9f1136b6-994a-4622-a012-c6f21218e06a.png?v=1769815256","url":"https:\/\/sabin.la\/products\/vintage-japanese-cast-metal-toad-trinket-box","provider":"SABIN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}