Japanese Bronze Elephant Okimono on Hardwood Stand

1900 - 1920

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this super quality Meiji period Bronze Okimono of a performing Elephant upon a later carved and stained hardwood stand, the beast captured in a charming pose with one foot balanced upon a large ball, his skin rendered in great detail, his long trunk raised between his Ivory tusks aiding his balance , artist signed "Seyia" in a square seal to the underside, a great fun yet high quality Okimono for your Japanese collection.

Condition report:

The condition of the Bronze itself is superb, our workshops have re polished the hardwood base.

Approximate sizes excluding base:

Height: 8.1/4" 21 cm

Width: 6" 15.2 cm

Depth: 11.5/8" 29.5 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any export licences that may be required.

Physical Dimensions

Height

21cm (8.27")

Width

15cm (5.91")

Depth

29cm (11.42")

Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA484689

Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description

fig 1. JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT OKIMONO ON HARDWOOD STAND — fig 1. Japanese Bronze Elephant Okimono on Hardwood Stand

Condition report:

The condition of the Bronze itself is superb, our workshops have re polished the hardwood base.

Approximate sizes excluding base:

Height: 8.1/4" 21 cm

Width: 6" 15.2 cm

Depth: 11.5/8" 29.5 cm

fig 2. JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT OKIMONO ON HARDWOOD STAND — fig 2. Japanese Bronze Elephant Okimono on Hardwood Stand

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any export licences that may be required.