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Japanese Bronze Okimono of Ebisu .
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Japanese Bronze Okimono of Ebisu .

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 December 2024 · Donald Allison Antiques
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Description

A charming Japanese bronze of Ebisu with his large fish .

Ebisu is good quality and a nice colour patination, the large fish, is as usual ,finished with a red patination .

Price INCLUDES UK pack and post .

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Donald Allison Antiques has dated this Bronze Okimono of Ebisu to the 1900s.

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SA1051384
Dealers Notes

Don has been dealing in Meiji period art for 60 years , exhibiting in London , New York , Baltimore , Miami and Shanghai. P . R .China . He has supplied some of the world`s great collection`s and institution`s . This is his first venture on the internet , and is looking forward to re visiting old client`s and hopefully meeting new client`s , from private collector`s to his many friend`s in the trade.

We are fair and keen buyers of Meiji Art , and are still travelling the world to secure good examples . Please contact us should you wish to dispose of Japanese Art , particularly metalwork and cloisonne enamels .

We are pleased to pack and ship worldwide at very competitive prices . All UK destinations are free of charge .

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A charming Japanese bronze of Ebisu with his large fish .
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Ebisu is good quality and a nice colour patination, the large fish, is as usual ,finished with a red patination.
Donald Allison Antiques

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Price INCLUDES UK pack and post .

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Donald Allison Antiques has dated this Bronze Okimono of Ebisu to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1051384
Donald Allison Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018
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A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Bronze Okimono of Ebisu .

Archive II A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet. View IV
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Donald Allison Antiques
Telephone 0796 1031 462
Location
The Ribble Valley
Lancashire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/donaldallison
Verified Since Jun 2018
Items For Sale 28
Items Sold 178
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A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet.
Japanese bronze okimono of Ebisu .
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A dark patinated bronze okimono depicting the Japanese deity Ebisu holding a fishing rod with a red-toned sea bream at his feet.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsEbisu deity, Fishing rod, Sea bream fish, Robed figure
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

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An okimono is a traditional Japanese freestanding sculpture, typically intended for display in a domestic alcove or tokonoma, popularised during the Meiji period.

These sculptures were traditionally produced using the lost-wax casting method, often featuring hand-applied chemical patination to achieve deep brown or black tones, sometimes with contrasting highlights.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit careful chisel work, naturalistic patination showing age-appropriate wear, and occasionally maker seals or foundry marks cast into the base.

Such sculptural pieces function effectively as focal points on surfaces like sideboards, mantels or dedicated display shelving, adding textural depth and historical interest to a room.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a soft, dry brush and avoiding chemical cleaners, moisture, or abrasive polishes that might strip the historic patina.
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