As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large and fine quality Meiji period 1868-1912 Okimono by the highly regarded Miyao Eisuke company , this powerful bronze depicts a Samurai warrior in an aggressive stance , the warrior stood holding a huge Censor above his head whilst wielding a large mallet in his right hand , the Censor predominately decorated in high relief with Shi -Shi or Foo Dogs highlighted in Gilt above three Grotesque mask feet , the Samurai dressed in full battle regalia finely decorated throughout with gilded Mon , winged beasts and further stylised decoration , the Kabuto helmet finely chiselled and hand punched , the warrior wearing a Katana Sword and Tanto Dagger to his waistband , the artist has patinated the face and hands in a lighter skin tone as well as highlighting the Samurai Warriors menacing Eyes in a dark Shakudo , the Okimono stands fitted to its original Gold lacquer decorated hardwood base, the base highlighted with Ho-ho Birds (Phoenix) and fire breathing Dragons amidst swirling gilded garlands, another high quality Japanese bronze Okimono from this most sought after artist of the Meiji period, a great addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
Provenance :
French collection .
Condition report :
In fine condition throughout .
Approximate Sizes :
Height : 22.5" 58 cm
Height : 18" 46 cm (Bronze only)
Width : 12.5" 32 cm
Depth : 9.0" 23 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item .
Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA669115
Dealers Notes
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Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com
Tel 07774-635918
Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large and fine quality Meiji period 1868-1912 Okimono by the highly regarded Miyao Eisuke company , this powerful bronze depicts a Samurai warrior in an aggressive stance , the warrior stood holding a huge Censor above his head whilst wielding a large mallet in his right hand , the Censor predominately decorated in high relief with Shi -Shi or Foo Dogs highlighted in Gilt above three Grotesque mask feet , the Samurai dressed in full battle regalia finely decorated throughout with gilded Mon , winged beasts and further stylised decoration , the Kabuto helmet finely chiselled and hand punched , the warrior wearing a Katana Sword and Tanto Dagger to his waistband , the artist has patinated the face and hands in a lighter skin tone as well as highlighting the Samurai Warriors menacing Eyes in a dark Shakudo , the Okimono stands fitted to its original Gold lacquer decorated hardwood base, the base highlighted with Ho-ho Birds (Phoenix) and fire breathing Dragons amidst swirling gilded garlands, another high quality Japanese bronze Okimono from this most sought after artist of the Meiji period, a great addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
fig 1. Large Japanese Gilded Bronze Samurai Warrior Okimono-miyao Eisuke
Provenance :
French collection .
Condition report :
In fine condition throughout .
Approximate Sizes :
Height : 22.5" 58 cm
Height : 18" 46 cm (Bronze only)
Width : 12.5" 32 cm
Depth : 9.0" 23 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item .
Physical Dimensions
Height
58cm (22.83")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA669115
About the Dealer
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
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