As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large scale Meiji Period (1868-1912), cast bronze Jardiniere by the highly regarded foundry of Genryusai Seiya, a specialist in bronze objects primarily okimono of all varying scale usually depicting exotic animals, this large scale plant holder is decorated throughout its circumference with a parade of elephants of varying sizes and poses, some of the elephants appear to be frolicking in water, whilst the legs of the smaller elephants serve as the sturdy base for this very useful and decorative vessel , fully artist signed to the underside and bearing an old label for Sothebys belgravia.Provenance :�Private UK based collection presumably acquired at Sothebys Belgravia.Condition report :�Good decorative and functional condition with necessary drainage hole to base.Approximate Sizes :�Diameter : 17 ''� 43 cmHeight :� � 10''� 25.5 cmOpening : 14''� 35.5 cmFree worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.� � � � � � � � � �ep 79Members of LAPADA (London and provincial antique dealers association)As members of LAPADA all our stock is guaranteed.The golden chandelier symbol displayed in a window or at a fair is the sign of membership of LAPADA, the Association of Art & Antiques Dealers. Since its inception in 1974, LAPADA�s membership has grown to over 600 members making it the largest association of professional art and antiques dealers in the United Kingdom. Although the majority of its membership is UK based, LAPADA also currently has 50 members in 16 other countries. Membership is only open to those who meet the Association�s requirements as to experience, quality of stock and knowledge of their subject. Between them members cover virtually every discipline from antiquities to contemporary fine art.Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.Availab...