Seimin ju 整珉鋳 - Suiban 水盤 - Jardinière - Marked 'Dai Nippon Bunsei nen Seimin ju' 大日本文政年整珉鋳 - Bronze, Very rare It has four legs and four animals carved into it, based on the Edokko motif

This is a suiban (water basin) by Murata Seimin, with the stamp "Dai Nippon Bunsei-nen Seiminju 大日本文政年整珉鋳".
Overall, it is in very good condition. It shows almost no signs of use.
Although it is old, it was stored wrapped in cloth.

The carvings on the side are a dragon and a phoenix, and the other side is a turtle and a lion.
The legs of the suiban are based on the motif of Edo children.
Each one has a very expressive expression and is carved as if they are holding up the basin.
The handles on both sides are designed with a dragon motif.
It looks like a dragon sticking out its tongue.
The intricate patterns on each surface also show a high level of artistry.

The four legs are in good condition with almost no wobbling.
Although there are signs of wear and marks on the inside due to age, I think it is in very good condition for a water basin that is approximately 200 years old.
It has a strong presence and a profound feel, so I'm sure you'll be satisfied with this suiban.

Murata Seimin was born in Edo during the late Edo period and lived in Ryukamachi, Kanda. He was also known by the alias Sojiro and the pseudonym Seimin Kitatokusou. He left behind a variety of works, including ornaments, vases, suiban (shallow containers), and Buddhist altar fittings. Among his notable works are a pair of Tang lion statues at Shinjuku Hanazono Shrine, which were erected in the fourth year of Bunsei (1821), and a complete set of Buddhist altar fittings displayed at the National Museum. His fame skyrocketed when he was commissioned to create a stand for offering prayers at Nikko Toshogu Shrine's 200th-anniversary memorial during the twelfth year of Bunka (1815) by Shogun Ienari and the Kishu Domain Lord. His original surname was Kimura, but he became known as Murata after marrying into the Tamura family and combining both surnames. His disciples included Kimura Toun and Kurihara Teijou, among others. As a disciple of Tagawa Minetake, he established a successful family as a master caster, specializing in wax mold casting. After the passing of the first Seimin (born August 13, 1761, died November 24, 1837), his children were young, so Kimura Toun (originally from Iwate Prefecture), his adopted son and disciple, became the second Seimin. Later, the first Seimin's son (Senjiro) became the third Seimin.

Height 11.1 cm
Width 44.3 cm
Depth 25.1 cm
Weight 7,450 g

Condition:
It is in very good condition. Almost no signs of use. There are small scratches, stains, rust, scuffs, peeling, etc. It was stored at home. There are many photos, so please take a look.

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Shipping:
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