Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, Cockerel & Hen

Name: Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, Cockerel & Hen
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1190194
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) bronze sculptures, cockerel & hen. Exquisitely modelled and crafted with finely detailed figurines. Cockerel: ca. 19.5cm high x 12.5cm wide x 7cm deep, weight 772g; Hen: 12cm high x 9cm wide x 6cm deep, weight 238g.

Excellent condition and patina.

Representing fidelity and punctuality, the Rooster is the tenth in the 12-year cycle of Japanese (Chinese) zodiac signs. In Japanese culture, the Rooster carries a symbolic significance with generally auspicious connotations. For ancestors, rooster crowing was a notable sign as it awakens people and ends darkness.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19.5cm (7.68")

Width

12.5cm (4.92")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1190194

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1338

Description

fig 1. Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) bronze sculpture, cockerel & hen — fig 1. Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Sculpture, Cockerel & Hen

Excellent condition and patina.

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Representing fidelity and punctuality, the Rooster is the tenth in the 12-year cycle of Japanese (Chinese) zodiac signs.

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

In Japanese culture, the Rooster carries a symbolic significance with generally auspicious connotations. For ancestors, rooster crowing was a notable sign as it awakens people and ends darkness.