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Japanese Bronze Elephant with Ivory Tusks and Diamond Eyes
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Japanese Bronze Elephant with Ivory Tusks and Diamond Eyes

19th century
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Circa 1880. Rare large Meji Period (1868 -1912) Japanese Bronze elephant with ivory tusks in realistic pose, striding forward with upturned trunk (symbolizing good luck) and set on A naturalistic carved hardwood base. The bronze modelling is of the highest quality with a realistic textured skin surface and original patina. In excellent original condition

With Ivory License 6HAEW102

£2475

Antique Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze elephants are highly prized Japanese art, often featuring detailed, naturalistic casting, textured skin, and raised trunks symbolizing good luck. Renowned artists like Genryusai Seiya specialized in these, often creating large okimono (ornamental) figures, frequently featuring signed undersides and ivory or bone tusks, usually made from around 1880-1890

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Elephant Sculpture to the 1880s.

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SA1224041
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35553
Description
Circa 1880. Rare large Meji Period (1868 -1912) Japanese Bronze elephant with ivory tusks in realistic pose, striding forward with upturned trunk (symbolizing good luck) and set on A naturalistic carved hardwood base.
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The bronze modelling is of the highest quality with a realistic textured skin surface and original patina.
Georgian Antiques

In excellent original condition

fig 1. A dark patinated Japanese bronze elephant sculpture with raised trunk and white tusks, mounted on a naturalistic cut wood base.
fig 1. Japanese Bronze Elephant with Ivory Tusks and Diamond Eyes

With Ivory License 6HAEW102

£2475

Antique Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze elephants are highly prized Japanese art, often featuring detailed, naturalistic casting, textured skin, and raised trunks symbolizing good luck. Renowned artists like Genryusai Seiya specialized in these, often creating large okimono (ornamental) figures, frequently featuring signed undersides and ivory or bone tusks, usually made from around 1880-1890

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Elephant Sculpture to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224041
Dealers Internal Ref
35553
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During the Meiji period (18681912), Japanese metalworkers transitioned from creating traditional sword fittings to producing fine art sculptures for export to Western markets, often depicting realistic animals known as okimono.

These sculptures were cast in high-quality bronze using lost-wax methods, frequently featuring contrasting material inlays for eyes and tusks, along with carved wood bases designed specifically to match the figure.

Authentic pieces exhibit refined casting details such as realistic skin texture, sharp cold-chiselling, rich original patination, and often bear a makers seal or signature mark on the underside.

Position the piece as a focal point on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or bookshelf, pairing dark patinated metal with lighter neutral backdrops or contemporary natural wood furniture.

Dust regularly using a soft brush or microfibre cloth, avoid liquid solvents or harsh chemicals, and apply a light coat of conservation wax annually to preserve the patinated surface.
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