A large bronze okimono with a uniform brown patina depicting Kannon, shown standing and draped in a traditional flowing robe. The figure holds a rolled scroll in the right hand, while the other hand follows the movement of the garment. The face is rendered with a serene and contemplative expression, characteristic of the deity’s iconography, and the details of the robes are precisely executed. Signed on the base Takamura Kōun 高村光雲. Kannon is the Buddhist deity of compassion and mercy, venerated as the one who listens to the sufferings of all living beings. Okimono (置物), combining the kanji "oki" (置き, to place) and "mono" (物, object), refers to a decorative object meant for display. Okimono, popular in the Meiji period (1868 - 1912), were finely crafted sculptures made from materials such as ivory, boxwood, wood, and bronze. ---The okimono is in very good condition. There are slight signs of wear consistent with the period. Please refer to the pictures for further details. ---The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL express or FedEx. The original certificate of authenticity issued by our gallery will be provided to the buyer. 818