Superb Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze, Ebisu, Yamazake Choun

1900 - 1920

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

First-rate Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) bronze of Ebisu by Yamazake Choun, Imperial Household Artist and Sculptor. Ebisu, the god of fishermen and luck and one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, is depicted in typical fashion with fishing rod (silver) in his right hand and a fish (red patina) under his left arm, standing on a rock. Signature at rear. Original signed box. 31.5cm tall, x 18cm wide x 11cm deep. Weight 3.5kg,

Excellent condition.

Born into a family of potters in Fukuoka, Yamazaki Choun (1867-1954) was apprenticed at age 17 under Hakata Buddhist sculptor Takada Matashiro. He won an award at the 4th Domestic Industrial Exposition in 1895, and his talent was recognized by Takamura Koun (1852-1934), a judge at the time (his realistic sculptures showcase the vivid and exquisite sculpting style taught by Takamura Koun). The following year, he moved to Tokyo to receive in-depth instruction. Yamazaki Choun boasted a formidable record of awards, including a silver medal at the Paris World's Fair, and was appointed a member of the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts and an Imperial Household Artist.

Physical Dimensions

Height

31.5cm (12.40")

Width

18cm (7.09")

Depth

11cm (4.33")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1196947

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1358

Description

fig 1. Superb Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) bronze, Ebisu, Yamazake Choun — fig 1. Superb Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze, Ebisu, Yamazake Choun

Excellent condition.

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Born into a family of potters in Fukuoka, Yamazaki Choun (1867-1954) was apprenticed at age 17 under Hakata Buddhist sculptor Takada Matashiro.

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

He won an award at the 4th Domestic Industrial Exposition in 1895, and his talent was recognized by Takamura Koun (1852-1934), a judge at the time (his realistic sculptures showcase the vivid and exquisite sculpting style taught by Takamura Koun). The following year, he moved to Tokyo to receive in-depth instruction. Yamazaki Choun boasted a formidable record of awards, including a silver medal at the Paris World's Fair, and was appointed a member of the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts and an Imperial Household Artist.