Decorative ornament - Annosuke - Spider - Japan - Annosuke Spider Tea Pet

This "Annosuke" spider tea pet is meticulously cast using the lost-wax method. The texture of the spider's body is rendered with lifelike realism, while its eight articulated legs create a sense of dynamic, lifelike movement. The artist's mark, "Annosuke," is inscribed on the underside of the body.

Annosuke is renowned for realistic bronze sculptures of small animals, possessing an exceptional ability to capture biological forms with vivid authenticity. This piece features a substantial, well-rounded form and intricate detailing; its complex casting process and exquisite craftsmanship make it a highly collectible work of metal sculpture art.