A Pair of Crane Statues - Statue - Metal - Japan
No. 84016035
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Pair of very large brass okimono modelled like a stag & doe - Sculpture Bronzed brass - Japan
Pair of remarkably large bronzed brass garden ornaments of naturalistically shaped deer 鹿 (shika) with a nice patina. Featuring a slightly crouched doe standing at the side of a proud masculine stag with long impressive antlers.
Dimensions:
Stag:
Height 87.5 cm, Width 53.5 cm, Depth 28.5 cm.
Weight 8.7 kg.
Doe:
Height 48.5 cm, Width 67 cm, Depth 17 cm.
Weight 6.7 kg.
Period: Japan – approx. 60-80 years old (Shôwa period – 1940s-1960s).
Both are in a very good condition with minimal traces of wear conform age, like some minor oxidation spots. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
In Japan, notably in the Shinto religion, deer are viewed as sacred messengers from the divine.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
#masterpieces
No. 84016035
No longer available
Pair of very large brass okimono modelled like a stag & doe - Sculpture Bronzed brass - Japan
Pair of remarkably large bronzed brass garden ornaments of naturalistically shaped deer 鹿 (shika) with a nice patina. Featuring a slightly crouched doe standing at the side of a proud masculine stag with long impressive antlers.
Dimensions:
Stag:
Height 87.5 cm, Width 53.5 cm, Depth 28.5 cm.
Weight 8.7 kg.
Doe:
Height 48.5 cm, Width 67 cm, Depth 17 cm.
Weight 6.7 kg.
Period: Japan – approx. 60-80 years old (Shôwa period – 1940s-1960s).
Both are in a very good condition with minimal traces of wear conform age, like some minor oxidation spots. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
In Japan, notably in the Shinto religion, deer are viewed as sacred messengers from the divine.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
#masterpieces
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