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Japanese Bronze Figure
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Japanese Bronze Figure

1900 - 1920
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An early 20th century, Meiji period, Japanese Bronze figure of a bearded sage with a staff. There is a signature to his back. Including the staff, he is 30 cms high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
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David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Scholar Figure to the 1900s.

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SA1234761
Description
An early 20th century, Meiji period, Japanese Bronze figure of a bearded sage with a staff. There is a signature to his back. Including the staff, he is 30 cms high.
Height
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Scholar Figure to the 1900s.

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SA1234761
David Robinson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023
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A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff.
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Archive I A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff.

Japanese Bronze Figure

Archive II A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff. View II
Archive III A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff. View III
Archive IV A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff. View IV
Archive V A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff. View V
Archive VI A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff. View VI
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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Aug 2023
Items For Sale 68
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David Robinson Antiques
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Location: Stand 26, The Admiral Vernon Arcade, Portobello Road, London, United Kingdom, , Or by appointment.
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A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff.
Japanese Bronze Figure
Ref: SA1234761
A patinated cast bronze Japanese figure depicting a bearded scholar wearing traditional robes and a tall headpiece while holding a walking staff.
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Japanese bronze casting dates back centuries, initially focused on Buddhist imagery and ritual vessels. During the Edo and Meiji periods, artisans adapted these traditional casting techniques to create highly detailed secular figures, scholars, and naturalistic subjects for domestic display and international export.

These sculptures were predominantly crafted using the lost-wax (cire perdue) casting process or sand casting methods. Artisans then applied meticulous hand-chasing to refine facial features and garment drapery, followed by chemical patination to achieve nuanced bronze tone variations.

Authentic period castings typically display substantial weight, refined hand-chiselled surface details, and natural wear to the patination around high-relief areas. Look for crisp hand-finishing on robes and hands, as well as cast or incised maker marks near the base.

A patinated metal figure serves as a grounded accent on a dark wood sideboard, library shelf, or fireplace mantel piece. Pair it with minimalist ceramics, textured linework art, or understated greenery to balance the historical weight of the metal.

Dust the figure regularly with a soft, dry natural-bristle brush or lint-free cloth. Avoid applying water, liquid detergents, or abrasive metal polishes, as these strip the original patination; a light application of microcrystalline wax can be buffed on to protect the metal finish.
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