鋳造金属 - 長寿、祝祭、そして幸運の象徴 極めてリアルなロブスターのオーナメント - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

これは striking and finely crafted Japanese cast metal sculpture of an Ise-Ebi (伊勢海老), the Japanese spiny lobster, believed to date from the Showa period (20th century).

With a width of approximately 41.0 cm, this is a particularly impressive example with a strong presence. The sculpture faithfully captures the distinctive appearance of the Japanese spiny lobster, including its elongated segmented body, numerous legs, broad fan-shaped tail, and exceptionally long antennae.

The lobster is depicted in a natural crawling position, giving the sculpture a lively sense of movement. The numerous legs are carefully modeled and arranged beneath the body, while the segmented abdomen and tail are rendered with considerable attention to anatomical detail.

Detailed and Realistic Modeling
One of the most attractive aspects of this sculpture is the amount of detail given to the lobster's anatomy.

The textured upper shell, individual body segments, numerous legs, delicate antennae, eyes, mouth and fan-shaped tail are all carefully represented. The underside and side views reveal that considerable attention was also given to the three-dimensional construction of the piece.

The long antennae extend dramatically from the head and contribute greatly to the impressive overall silhouette.

The combination of the realistic modeling and the large dimensions makes this sculpture particularly effective as a display piece.

Rich Red and Aged Metallic Finish
The sculpture retains a distinctive red finish, particularly across the segmented body and shell, combined with darker areas of aged metallic surface.

The red coloration contrasts beautifully with the darker, weathered areas, while traces of wear, oxidation and surface variation create a richly aged appearance.

Rather than having a uniform modern finish, the surface has developed considerable character over time, with areas where the underlying darker material and aged patina are visible.

This variation gives the lobster a particularly attractive vintage appearance and emphasizes the hand-finished character of the sculpture.

Symbolism of the Ise-Ebi
In Japan, the Ise-Ebi (伊勢海老) has long been associated with celebration and good fortune.

Its strongly curved body is traditionally likened to the bent back of an elderly person, making the lobster an auspicious symbol of:

Longevity
Prosperity
Happiness
Good fortune

For this reason, Ise-Ebi have traditionally been associated with New Year celebrations, festive occasions and auspicious Japanese decoration.

The lobster's long antennae and armored appearance also give it a distinctive and dignified character, making it a popular subject in traditional Japanese decorative art.

The combination of its large size, highly detailed anatomical modeling, dramatic antennae, numerous carefully rendered legs, broad tail and richly aged red-and-dark finish gives the piece considerable visual character.

Beyond its decorative appeal, the Ise-Ebi carries auspicious associations with longevity, prosperity and good fortune, making it especially appropriate as a Japanese decorative object.

Large and well-detailed Ise-Ebi sculptures of this character are not everyday finds. With its impressive scale and distinctive aged finish, this piece would make an eye-catching addition to a collection of Japanese art, traditional decorative objects, marine-themed pieces, or an interior seeking a striking Japanese accent.

Height 34.0 cm
Width 41.0 cm
Depth 18.3 cm
Weight 2910 g

Condition:
The condition is generally good. There is no major damage. However, as it is a used item, there are some damages such as scratches, scuffs, dullness, peeling, fading, wear and tear, dents, discoloration. It has been stored at home. There are 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.

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