Japanese Bronze Bird Censer,c1880

19th century

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Late 19th century Japanese bronze censer,c1880. It is of unusual figural form depicting a bird perched on a Lilly pad ready to pounce on any passing fish. The wings remove to allow access to the void where one would place incense. Well cast the features, feathers and decoration are finely depicted with good crisp detail .The bronze has taken on good colour/patina following years of use. There appears to be a small historic repair to the underside of the base but overall condition is very good. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 9cm tall x 13cm wide x 6cm deep, weight 0.3kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

9cm (3.54")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1046514

Dealers Notes

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Description

Late 19th century Japanese bronze censer,c1880.

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It is of unusual figural form depicting a bird perched on a Lilly pad ready to pounce on any passing fish.

Curious Antiques

The wings remove to allow access to the void where one would place incense. Well cast the features, feathers and decoration are finely depicted with good crisp detail .The bronze has taken on good colour/patina following years of use. There appears to be a small historic repair to the underside of the base but overall condition is very good. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 9cm tall x 13cm wide x 6cm deep, weight 0.3kg.