I obtained precious, expensive scraps of Palo Santo wood and carved a wooden netsuke owl. Black onyx, a 3mm natural stone, was inlaid for the eyes. Dimensions: 38mm x 27mm ● Palo Santo (Holy Wood) It is said to ward off evil and attract good things. It is also called the "wood that brings happiness," and I carved it from scraps. Export is restricted by the Washington Convention, making it very expensive. ● Owls have long been known as the philosophers of the forest and the wise men of the forest. They are said to have a good turning neck (not having financial troubles) and are guardians of learning. They are associated with auspicious characters such as "no suffering" (不苦労), "lucky basket" (福籠), "happy arrival" (福来朗), and "happy and bright" (福朗), and are also known as a representative of feng shui for improving fortune. ● Onyx (Black Agate) It is said to represent unwavering faith and support the achievement of goals. Material: Wood Material: Wood/Natural Material Motif: Animal