Large Pair of Japanese Antique Hand Carved Hardwood Baku Carvings

Baku carvings from a temple façade. Baku- are mythical nightmare eaters made from the parts left over after the gods had made all other animals. These are well worn hand carved hardwood with bronze eyes. Condition consistent with age and exterior exposure. 19th Century Keyaki wood 23.5" x 7.5 " x 13" (depth, width, height)(open mouth) 22.5" x 7.5" x 13" (depth, width, height)(closed mouth)