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A Fascinating Large Pair Of Japanese Lacquer Candlesticks - Ashinaga & Tenaga
Status:This item has been sold Sold by:Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large and unusual pair of late Edo /early Meiji period 1868-1912 lacquer candlesticks, the large and decorative sticks have been formed as the mythical characters Ashinaga and Tenaga , they are usually depicted fishing with Ashinaga standing in the water and Tenaga using his long arms to reach down for the fish , according to fables Ashinaga''s legs can reach six metres while Tenagas arms can reach three , a formidable pair of fishermen , the portrayals are often very humorous as is the case here , the facial expressions and the muscular limbs being further detailed with polychrome lacquer decoration , a very unusual and large pair of decorative candlesticks from around 1860/70 late Edo period , a great focal and talking point in your room or addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
Provenance:
Direct from Japanese collection .
Condition report:
Very good original condition with n...o obvious signs of damage or repair .
Approximate sizes:
Height : 31.5'' 80 cm
Width: 8'' 20 cm
Depth: 8'' 20 cm
Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item.
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
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA626913
Dateline of this antique is 1860
Height is 80cm (31.5inches)Width is 20cm (7.9inches)Depth is 20cm (7.9inches)
Antique SA626913 shown on this page was made in 1860. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1860
ANTIQUE SA626913
CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
SPECIALISTS IN JAPANESE WORKS OF ART FROM THE MEIJI PERIOD 1868-1912
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is also an antique trade association member of BADA
Dorset
United Kingdom
Tel: 07774 635918
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD
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