Statue, Bid Sprinkhaan - 37 cm - Bronze

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Owned an antiques and curio shop with a large international network.

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Bronze sculpture Bid Sprinkhaan from the Edo period, 45 cm wide by 37 cm high by 30 cm deep, weighing 2.8 kg, unsigned, produced in Europe, in excellent condition.

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Description from the seller

A very realistically rendered bronze praying mantis, often referred to as a Jizai Okimono ("free decorative object").

The praying mantis is a graceful yet fierce creature that has fascinated the ruling class of feudal Japan since the Edo period, and it was both a symbol of power and of moderation.

Fine detailing and beautiful patina.

Height 37 cm.
Length 45 cm.
Width 30 cm.
Weight 2.8 kg.

The sculpture will be securely packed and sent by registered mail and insured.

Seller's Story

Past and Present was founded in 1989 and sells a tasteful mix of decorative objects, antiques and curiosities. We are proud of our "not satisfied, money back" guarantee. Our aim is to keep the positive feedback score above 98%. Satisfied customers are our top priority and we will do everything for this. Every week we are looking for special objects, mostly antiques, but also decorative objects with the charm of antiques.
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A very realistically rendered bronze praying mantis, often referred to as a Jizai Okimono ("free decorative object").

The praying mantis is a graceful yet fierce creature that has fascinated the ruling class of feudal Japan since the Edo period, and it was both a symbol of power and of moderation.

Fine detailing and beautiful patina.

Height 37 cm.
Length 45 cm.
Width 30 cm.
Weight 2.8 kg.

The sculpture will be securely packed and sent by registered mail and insured.

Seller's Story

Past and Present was founded in 1989 and sells a tasteful mix of decorative objects, antiques and curiosities. We are proud of our "not satisfied, money back" guarantee. Our aim is to keep the positive feedback score above 98%. Satisfied customers are our top priority and we will do everything for this. Every week we are looking for special objects, mostly antiques, but also decorative objects with the charm of antiques.
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Details

Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Bid Sprinkhaan
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
37 cm
Width
45 cm
Depth
30 cm
Weight
2.8 kg
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
99.78%
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