Bronze - A bronze okimono of a frog - Showa period (mid 20th century)
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A bronze okimono of a frog from the Showa period, Japan, measuring 14 cm high, 15 cm wide and 4 cm deep, with a dark green‑brown patina, in good condition with slight wear, authentic original and supplied with the gallery’s certificate of authenticity.
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A bronze okimono depicting a frog with elongated outstretched legs and webbed toes. The surface features a variegated dark patina with green and brown tones, enhancing the naturalistic appearance of the animal.
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. There are 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 a frog with elongated outstretched legs and webbed toes. The surface features a variegated dark patina with green and brown tones, enhancing the naturalistic appearance of the animal.
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. There are 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.
689
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 (mid 20th century)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
A bronze okimono of a frog
Height
14 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
4 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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