Okimono 置物 of two hares - Patinated bronze - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
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Two patinated bronze hare okimono from Japan in the Shōwa period, with one upright seated hare (18.6 cm high, 15 cm wide, 9.5 cm deep) and one reclining hare (11 cm high, 21.3 cm wide, 11 cm deep), the seated figure signed 芳雲 on the underside, in excellent condition, with a certificate of authenticity included at shipment.
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A charming pair of patinated bronze hare 兎 (usagi) okimono 置物, cast in naturalistic poses. One sits upright on its hind legs, with its front paws hanging loosely and its long ears angled apart. Its companion reclines with its head lowered to groom an outstretched front paw.
The seated hare is signed 芳雲 (Hô’un) on the underside.
Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926–1989).
Dimensions: Seated hare: height 18.6 cm; width 15 cm; depth 9.5 cm. Reclining hare: height 11 cm; width 21.3 cm; depth 11 cm.
In very good condition, with minimal signs of age. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA charming pair of patinated bronze hare 兎 (usagi) okimono 置物, cast in naturalistic poses. One sits upright on its hind legs, with its front paws hanging loosely and its long ears angled apart. Its companion reclines with its head lowered to groom an outstretched front paw.
The seated hare is signed 芳雲 (Hô’un) on the underside.
Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926–1989).
Dimensions: Seated hare: height 18.6 cm; width 15 cm; depth 9.5 cm. Reclining hare: height 11 cm; width 21.3 cm; depth 11 cm.
In very good condition, with minimal signs of age. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Number of objects
2
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Patinated bronze
Height
18.6 cm
Width
15 cm
Title of artwork
Okimono 置物 of two hares
Depth
9.5 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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