Bronze - A large bronze okimono of Kannon standing with scroll - Showa period (1985)
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Holds a master’s in Japanese art history with over 10 years’ expertise in Asian art.
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A large bronze Okimono of Kannon standing with a scroll, signed and dated on the underside, from the Showa period (1985), in very good condition, with an original certificate of authenticity, Japan, dimensions 44 cm high by 21 cm wide by 15 cm deep.
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Description from the seller
A Japanese bronze okimono depicting Kannon, clad in her traditional flowing robes and holding a scroll in her right hand.
Signed and dated on the underside of the base.
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. There are slight signs of wear consistent with the period. 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 Japanese bronze okimono depicting Kannon, clad in her traditional flowing robes and holding a scroll in her right hand.
Signed and dated on the underside of the base.
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. There are slight signs of wear consistent with the period. 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.
694
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
Showa period (1985)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
A large bronze okimono of Kannon standing with scroll
Height
44 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
15 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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