Patinated bronze - A bronze okimono of Ebisu (恵比寿) holding a carp and a fishing rod. - Taisho period (c. 1920)
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Taisho period bronze okimono of Ebisu (恵比寿) standing on a rock base, 31.5 cm high by 19 cm wide by 12 cm deep, showing Ebisu holding a large carp in the left hand and a gilt fishing rod in the right, with gilt details, from Japan, in patinated bronze, in good condition and original/official authenticity, weight 2.854 kg, back relief signature, includes original certificate of authenticity.
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Description from the seller
A bronze okimono depicting Ebisu (恵比寿), the Japanese deity of fishermen and good fortune, shown standing on a rock-shaped base. The figure is captured holding a large carp in his left hand, firmly grasped by the front fin.
In his right hand, he raises a long gilt fishing rod; additional gilt details appear on the robe and in parts of the face, highlighting the volumes of the figure.
Relief signature on the back.
Total weight: 2.854 kg.
Okimono (置物), combining the kanji "oki" (置き, to place) and "mono" (物, object), refers to a decorative object meant for display. Okimono, popular in the Meiji period (1868 - 1912), were finely crafted sculptures made from materials such as ivory, boxwood, wood, and bronze.
---The okimono is in good condition with slight signs of wear consistent with age. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
---The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL express or FedEx.
The original certificate of authenticity issued by our gallery will be provided to the buyer.
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Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
Translated by Google TranslateA bronze okimono depicting Ebisu (恵比寿), the Japanese deity of fishermen and good fortune, shown standing on a rock-shaped base. The figure is captured holding a large carp in his left hand, firmly grasped by the front fin.
In his right hand, he raises a long gilt fishing rod; additional gilt details appear on the robe and in parts of the face, highlighting the volumes of the figure.
Relief signature on the back.
Total weight: 2.854 kg.
Okimono (置物), combining the kanji "oki" (置き, to place) and "mono" (物, object), refers to a decorative object meant for display. Okimono, popular in the Meiji period (1868 - 1912), were finely crafted sculptures made from materials such as ivory, boxwood, wood, and bronze.
---The okimono is in good condition with slight signs of wear consistent with age. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
---The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL express or FedEx.
The original certificate of authenticity issued by our gallery will be provided to the buyer.
693
Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
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Dynastic Style/Period
Taisho period (c. 1920)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Patinated bronze
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
A bronze okimono of Ebisu (恵比寿) holding a carp and a fishing rod.
Height
31.5 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
12 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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