Item Description A set of two Japanese rectangular bronze wall hangings, both featuring relief decoration and a verdigris patina. The larger piece depicts two cranes in flight in relief against a finely lined textured ground, with a raised border. The smaller piece features five stylized standing birds arranged vertically within a recessed panel, surrounded by a border with a bold texture. Both pieces bear a small stamp on the lower right of the front surface. The maker has not been identified. The reverse of the larger piece bears a commemorative inscription in relief, which reads: "Merger Commemoration, Mitsubishi Mining & Cement Co., Ltd., April 1, Showa 48 (1973)." Both pieces have two hanging brackets on the reverse with brown braided cords attached, ready to hang on a wall. The two pieces are offered together as a lot. Dimensions Larger piece (cranes) Height: 26 cm Width: 9.5 cm Depth: 1.5 cm Smaller piece (birds) Height: 24 cm Width: 9.5 cm Depth: 1.3 cm Weight 1,193 g (combined weight of both pieces) Condition Good antique condition with natural verdigris and no major damage. There is some surface dirt and light age-related wear, and the smaller piece has a few small reddish-brown rust-like spots near its lower corners. Please refer to the photographs. Additional Information Material: Copper (verdigris finish) Country of manufacture: Japan Age: The larger piece dates to Showa 48 (1973) based on its inscription. The age of the smaller piece is unknown. Included: Two wall hangings with brown braided cords Inscriptions: Small stamp on the front surface of both pieces; commemorative inscription in relief on the reverse of the larger piece The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation. Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL. Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea. Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment. Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.