A Japanese polychrome ceramic shishi with Daikokuten's magic mallet - Showa period (mid 20th century)
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This original Showa-period Japanese polychrome ceramic shishi, decorated with floral motifs and gilt details, rests its front paws on Daikokuten’s magic mallet and measures 30 × 28 × 20 cm.
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A large painted and gilt polychrome ceramic sculpture depicting a male shishi (guardian lion), its mouth wide open and its front paws resting on the wish-granting mallet (uchide no kozuchi), an attribute of Daikokuten.
The body, covered in a rich red glaze, is embellished with colourful floral motifs and gilt details. The flowing mane, tail and curling locks are boldly modelled in relief, with elaborate ivory and gold scrolls.
The mallet is richly decorated with floral patterns in red, blue and green, centred by a large circular motif. A red cord with tassels completes the composition, combining symbols of protection and prosperity.
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.
685F
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 large painted and gilt polychrome ceramic sculpture depicting a male shishi (guardian lion), its mouth wide open and its front paws resting on the wish-granting mallet (uchide no kozuchi), an attribute of Daikokuten.
The body, covered in a rich red glaze, is embellished with colourful floral motifs and gilt details. The flowing mane, tail and curling locks are boldly modelled in relief, with elaborate ivory and gold scrolls.
The mallet is richly decorated with floral patterns in red, blue and green, centred by a large circular motif. A red cord with tassels completes the composition, combining symbols of protection and prosperity.
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.
685F
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
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
A Japanese polychrome ceramic shishi with Daikokuten's magic mallet
Height
30 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
20 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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