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Superb Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Boy on an Ox, Masaaki
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Superb Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Boy on an Ox, Masaaki

19th century
Sold 14 January 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Fine Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze boy on an ox playing a flute by celebrated artist Masaaki. Beautifully modelled and cast by a master craftsman. Signed on the base. 45.5cm wide x 24cm deep x 20cm high, weight 7kg.

Fine original condition with lovely patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA1144404
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AD1073
Description
Fine Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze boy on an ox playing a flute by celebrated artist Masaaki. Beautifully modelled and cast by a master craftsman. Signed on the base. 45.5cm wide x 24cm deep x 20cm high, weight 7kg.

Fine original condition with lovely patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Meiji Period Bronze Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1144404
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1073
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Boy on an Ox, Masaaki

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View VI
Archive VII A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View VII
Archive VIII A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View VIII
Archive IX A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket. View IX
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket.
Superb Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Bronze Boy on an Ox, Masaaki
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a young boy sitting on a recumbent ox beside a woven basket.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsRecumbent ox, Seated figure playing flute, Naturalistic textures, Woven basket accessory
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 45.5 cm (18 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

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The Meiji period spans from 1868 to 1912, marking an era of rapid modernisation in Japan where traditional armour-smithing techniques were redirected towards intricate decorative arts and bronzes for international exhibition.

These sculptures were typically crafted using traditional lost-wax casting methods with copper alloys, often featuring chemical patination processes to achieve deep, rich brown and black colour tones.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit meticulous chiselling details, naturalistic musculature, heavy weight, and often carry an artist signature or makers mark embedded into the bronze base.

Place the sculpture as a focal point on a credenza, mantelpiece, or bookshelf, allowing neutral lighting to highlight the dark patination and intricate textural details against minimalist surroundings.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding any commercial metal polishes, abrasive cleaners, or moisture that might strip or damage the historical surface patina.
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