Vase - Bronze, Vase with a lotus pond and crab motif from about 100 to 150 years ago - Japan
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Holds a master's in Chinese archaeology with extensive expertise in Japanese art.
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Bronze antique vase from Japan, dating to about 1870–1920, with a three-dimensional crab walking on lotus flowers; its dimensions are 26.3 cm high by 15.0 cm wide (top 8.6 cm, bottom 8.4 cm) and it weighs 1000 g; the single item is in good used condition with signs of aging.
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Description from the seller
This is a lotus pond crab raised design vase from about 100 to 150 years ago.
The crab is three-dimensional and looks so realistic it looks alive.
The crab appears to be walking on lotus flowers.
It can be used as a vase for a single flower.
Height 26.3 cm
Width 15.0 cm
Top 8.6 cm
Bottom 8.4 cm
Weight 1000 g
Condition:
This vase is about 100-150 years old, but I think it is in good condition. However, there are scratches, stains, scuffs, peeling, and discoloration. It shows signs of use, but it is still in good condition. I only cleaned it a little. I have posted many photos, so please take a look.
Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.
Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding.
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Seller's Story
Thank you very much for showing interest in the item. I have been working as an antique dealer in Japan for about 10 years. I have visited around 10,000 customers' homes to procure items. The items I am selling on Catawiki are sourced from all over Japan. Based on my past experiences, I search for and list items with good taste. Please check out my sales page and enjoy browsing through the various other items I have listed.
This is a lotus pond crab raised design vase from about 100 to 150 years ago.
The crab is three-dimensional and looks so realistic it looks alive.
The crab appears to be walking on lotus flowers.
It can be used as a vase for a single flower.
Height 26.3 cm
Width 15.0 cm
Top 8.6 cm
Bottom 8.4 cm
Weight 1000 g
Condition:
This vase is about 100-150 years old, but I think it is in good condition. However, there are scratches, stains, scuffs, peeling, and discoloration. It shows signs of use, but it is still in good condition. I only cleaned it a little. I have posted many photos, so please take a look.
Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.
Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding.
070422150709
Seller's Story
Thank you very much for showing interest in the item. I have been working as an antique dealer in Japan for about 10 years. I have visited around 10,000 customers' homes to procure items. The items I am selling on Catawiki are sourced from all over Japan. Based on my past experiences, I search for and list items with good taste. Please check out my sales page and enjoy browsing through the various other items I have listed.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1000 g
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Model
Antique Vase
Material
Vase with a lotus pond and crab motif from about 100 to 150 years ago, Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
26.3 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated Period
1870-1900, 1900-1910, 1910-1920
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