No. 97681038

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Very large cast iron hawk perched atop a four-footed perch - Iron (cast) - Japan - Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)
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Very large cast iron hawk perched atop a four-footed perch - Iron (cast) - Japan - Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)

An impressive and very large cast iron okimono 置物, depicting a life-sized, naturalistically modelled hawk taka 鷹 (hawk) with finely detailed features and wings spread wide, perched in an imposing stance atop a four-footed perch. The ends of the stand are adorned with a crest mon 紋 (crest) depicting three swirling commas, while the openwork centre support features a 5–7–5 kiri 桐 (paulownia) crest. The undulating feet of the stand are embellished with cloud and tiger motifs. The hawk is finished with a warm copper patina, showcasing intricate feather details and a sharp gaze. The stand has a black patina with gilded highlights. The piece is constructed in four parts: the stand, the hawk’s body, and two detachable wings, each held in place with a pin. Period: Japan – Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century). Dimensions: Height 91 cm, Width 107.5 cm, Depth 49 cm. Weight 20.5 kg In a very good condition. Please look at the photos for a condition reference. When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.

No. 97681038

No longer available
Very large cast iron hawk perched atop a four-footed perch - Iron (cast) - Japan - Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)

Very large cast iron hawk perched atop a four-footed perch - Iron (cast) - Japan - Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)

An impressive and very large cast iron okimono 置物, depicting a life-sized, naturalistically modelled hawk taka 鷹 (hawk) with finely detailed features and wings spread wide, perched in an imposing stance atop a four-footed perch.

The ends of the stand are adorned with a crest mon 紋 (crest) depicting three swirling commas, while the openwork centre support features a 5–7–5 kiri 桐 (paulownia) crest. The undulating feet of the stand are embellished with cloud and tiger motifs.

The hawk is finished with a warm copper patina, showcasing intricate feather details and a sharp gaze. The stand has a black patina with gilded highlights.

The piece is constructed in four parts: the stand, the hawk’s body, and two detachable wings, each held in place with a pin.

Period: Japan – Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century).

Dimensions:
Height 91 cm, Width 107.5 cm, Depth 49 cm.
Weight 20.5 kg

In a very good condition. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.

When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.

Bidding closed
Giovanni Bottero
Expert
Estimate  € 1,800 - € 2,000

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