Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze of a Running Boar, Hideyama

1900 - 1920

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze running boar by Hideyama. Signed on the belly. 15cm high x 27cm long x 7cm deep, weight 2.85kg.

Excellent condition

The boar is the 12th animal in the Japanese (Chinese) Zodiac, symbolizing honesty, kindness, and diligence, with associated years like 1995, 2007, 2019, and the next in 2031, each linked to one of the five elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, Earth) that modify personality traits, making them loyal, optimistic, and sometimes naive individuals, known for being generous and good-natured.

Physical Dimensions

Height

15cm (5.91")

Width

27cm (10.63")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1191035

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1302

Description

Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze running boar by Hideyama. Signed on the belly. 15cm high x 27cm long x 7cm deep, weight 2.85kg.

Excellent condition

The boar is the 12th animal in the Japanese (Chinese) Zodiac, symbolizing honesty, kindness, and diligence, with associated years like 1995, 2007, 2019, and the next in 2031, each linked to one of the five elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, Earth) that modify personality traits, making them loyal, optimistic, and sometimes naive individuals, known for being generous and good-natured.