Patinated bronze - A powerful Tokyo school bronze okimono of Chinese general Guan Yu - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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Meiji-period bronze okimono from Japan, titled A powerful Tokyo school bronze okimono of Chinese general Guan Yu, in patinated bronze, standing 38 cm high with a 16 cm width and 9.5 cm depth, weighing 4.858 kg, and accompanied by an original certificate of authenticity.
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A Tokyo School bronze okimono depicting Guan Yu, the celebrated Chinese general, portrayed standing with a composed expression, a long flowing beard, and an ornate headdress.
In his right hand he holds his characteristic curved-blade halberd, while in his left he carries a small pouch. The garment, rendered with great attention to the movement of the folds, is enriched with finely incised motifs.
Weight: 4,858 kg
Guan Yu height: 29.5 cm.
The halberd is made of two separate components.
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 very good condition with minor 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 Tokyo School bronze okimono depicting Guan Yu, the celebrated Chinese general, portrayed standing with a composed expression, a long flowing beard, and an ornate headdress.
In his right hand he holds his characteristic curved-blade halberd, while in his left he carries a small pouch. The garment, rendered with great attention to the movement of the folds, is enriched with finely incised motifs.
Weight: 4,858 kg
Guan Yu height: 29.5 cm.
The halberd is made of two separate components.
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 very good condition with minor 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.
558
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
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Patinated bronze
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
A powerful Tokyo school bronze okimono of Chinese general Guan Yu
Height
38 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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