Patinated bronze, Marked Seiya; made by Seiya. - A patinated Tokyo School bronze okimono depicting a farmer spreading seeds - Meiji Period (late 19th century)
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A patinated bronze Tokyo School okimono depicting a farmer sowing seeds, signed Seiya sei せいや製, dating to the Meiji period (late 19th century), measuring 26.5 × 13.5 × 13.5 cm, origin Japan, in very good condition and authentic.
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A bronze Okimono from the Tokyo School depicting a farmer sowing seeds. He wears a traditional kimono and a farmer’s hat, shielding him from the sun as he works in the fields.
Signed Seiya sei せいや製 within a square reserve in relief on the base.
The Tokyo School is renowned for its production of high-quality works of art, and this sculpture reflects the skill and craftsmanship typical of this region.
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. 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 from the Tokyo School depicting a farmer sowing seeds. He wears a traditional kimono and a farmer’s hat, shielding him from the sun as he works in the fields.
Signed Seiya sei せいや製 within a square reserve in relief on the base.
The Tokyo School is renowned for its production of high-quality works of art, and this sculpture reflects the skill and craftsmanship typical of this region.
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. 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.
281
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 (late 19th century)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Marked Seiya; made by Seiya., Patinated bronze
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
A patinated Tokyo School bronze okimono depicting a farmer spreading seeds
Height
26.5 cm
Width
13.5 cm
Depth
13.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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