Nine- tailed foxes are said to be ordinary foxes that lived 50 to 100 years, and as their age grew, so did their number of tails. Also, they acquired magical powers that allowed them to turn into humans, usually young beautiful girls. The image of foxes in western culture portrays them as cunning tricksters, and this is not an exception for Asian culture. These foxes are a myth known around Asia, but the countries that they are the most popular in are China, Japan, Korea and Vietnam, where they are known as Huli Jing, Kitsune, Kumiho, and Hồ tinh respectively.
The “Huli Jing” in China are said to be extremely wise, but they depend on humans to preserve their immortality; many stories in Chinese literature portray foxes that transform into beautiful girls to lure men, and suck their life essence through consummation until their partner died. This belief has also been cited in China and South East Asia as a cause for a condition called Koro, a culture bound syndrome. However, Huli Jing are also portrayed in many stories as fun-loving tricksters who keep their word and can be good and loyal companions.
This lovely amber weighs 11.28g, measures 46.8 x 33.4 x 11.4mm, comes with a certificate of authenticity. It is beautifully carved and is a gorgeous colour. £ 168
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