A nice patinated bronze okimono 置物 depicting the deity Ebisu 恵比寿, one of the Seven Lucky Gods 七福神 (Shichifukujin). Ebisu is shown standing and holding a red sea bream in his right hand, while his left hand grasps a fishing rod. From his right shoulder hangs a basket filled with freshly caught fish. He turns his head toward a karako 唐子 (Chinese boy), who playfully tugs at his robe. The figures stand on a rocky base with an undulating rim suggestive of waves. Period: Japan, early to mid-Shôwa period (1920s–40s). Dimensions: Height 41.5 cm, width 32.5 cm, depth 17.5 cm. Weight: 7.2 kg In very good original condition with minimal traces conform age. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.