Okimono 置物 of a tiger - Bronze - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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Giovanni Bottero
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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 patinated bronze okimono of a tiger in a dynamic, open‑mouthed pose, an original Shōwa period piece from Japan, measuring 51 cm long, 20 cm high and 15 cm deep, with two‑colour glass‑inlaid eyes and one eye replaced in good original condition.

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Description from the seller

A patinated bronze okimono 置物 of a tiger 虎 (tora).

The tiger is naturalistically cast in a dynamic pose with a fierce open-mouthed roar, its long tail extending gracefully behind. The finely modelled musculature and expressive face capture the animal’s power and vitality embellished with piercing two-color glass-inlaid eyes.

Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926-1989)

Dimensions:
Height 20 cm, Length 51 cm, Depth 15 cm

In a good original condition with a replacement of one eye. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

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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A patinated bronze okimono 置物 of a tiger 虎 (tora).

The tiger is naturalistically cast in a dynamic pose with a fierce open-mouthed roar, its long tail extending gracefully behind. The finely modelled musculature and expressive face capture the animal’s power and vitality embellished with piercing two-color glass-inlaid eyes.

Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926-1989)

Dimensions:
Height 20 cm, Length 51 cm, Depth 15 cm

In a good original condition with a replacement of one eye. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

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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Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Bronze
Height
20 cm
Width
51 cm
Title of artwork
Okimono 置物 of a tiger
Depth
15 cm
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
3703
Objects sold
100%
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