The wooden railing is carved with a pine tree and an eagle. Each design has a meaning.
Pine trees symbolize "eternal life" because they are evergreen and blue all year round. Some pine trees are thousands of years old and are associated with auspicious longevity.
A hawk's sharp talons catch its prey, and thus "dreams come true," and the dream of a hawk itself is considered a good dream. The word "hawk" is also associated with the auspicious word "high.
What is a ranma?
Ranma is the general term for fixtures installed between the ceiling and the entrance of a house. Its history dates back to the Nara period (710-794), and it has been used in common people's houses since the Edo period (1603-1868).
This is a very beautiful carved ranma with some stains, scuffs and scratches as it is an antique item.