【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 A finely crafted articulated cricket from the Meiji period, made in copper and designed to be positioned freely like a real insect. The movable legs, body and antennae showcase the remarkable skill of Meiji metalworkers, who created lifelike animal figures for display and curiosity. The underside bears the engraved signature The underside bears the engraved signature “Yasunosuke” (安の介). In Japanese art, crickets and grasshoppers are associated with the beauty of autumn, vitality and the transient nature of life. Their distinctive chirping has long been cherished in poetry and seasonal imagery, symbolising perseverance and the quiet strength found in nature. The piece shows wear, age-related patina and areas of natural green verdigris from ageing. Please check the photos to assess the condition. Dimensions: approx. H 2.3 cm W 8.3 cm D 5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!