Very fine quality mid 19th century Japanese early Meiji period bronze bowl or censer on a turned wood stand,c1870. Of large proportion and weighing in at almost 7kg (including stand) , this is an impressive piece which would grace a modern or traditional home. The main body is decorated with 6 large identical panels depicting 3 figures by a traditional home and below the branch of a large tree. The rim is decorated with a band of Greek style key design and the base has a series of cartouches depicting 2 dragons facing off. It has lovely stylised handles in the form of foliage with fruit/seeds. The bronze has taken on a lovely rich patina and overall condition is very good with no obvious issues, even the base is original and often these are repaired /replaced following years of use. 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 s...