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ANTIQUE #SA1152039

Superb Japanese Meiji (early 20thc) Bronze Jizai (articulated) Lobster

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Sold by: Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Rare Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) bronze jizai lobster (okimono) with articulated (hinged) legs, claws and body. The sculpture is accurately modelled with all the anatomical characteristics of a real lobster. Ca. 26cm long x 14cm wide x 6cm high, weight 750g. Signed on the tail (cannot read).
 
Excellent original condition.
 
From the 17th century, the production of articulated (jizai) models began with relatively peaceful Edo era (1600-1868) in Japan. During this period the master metal craftsmen who made the samurai armour turned to the production of these collectors’ items. Articulated works of art typically represent crustaceans and insects, but also birds, fish, snakes and mythical animals such as dragons.
 
Internal Reference: AD1255
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1152039
Dateline of this antique is 1910
Height is 6cm (2.4inches)
Width is 26cm (10.2inches)
Depth is 14cm (5.5inches)
Antique SA1152039 shown on this page was made in 1910. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1910
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STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD