As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most unusual large scale Meiji Period 1868-1912, bronze casting of a wooden ferry boat carrying passengers upon a river, this most unusual casting stems from the foundry of the highly regarded Genryusai Seiya and typifies his quality of workmanship together with his eye for detail of the scenes of everyday life in Japan. This fascinating group captures various characters, some of whom are seemingly conversing with the chap sat at the front, you will notice a Samurawashi ( monkey trainer ) alongside his monkey as well as a bijin clutching her hat whilst holding a shamisen, aside her is an elderly lady leaning forward upon a stick while carrying a large object upon her back, the ferryman clearly attempting to steer against the current with the use of his long rudder. The entire group resting upon its original wooden display stand and signed within a seal Genryusai Seiya, a captivating and most unusual okimono ...