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A Well Defined and Chunky Japanese Bronze Model of a Rodent and Signed
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A Well Defined and Chunky Japanese Bronze Model of a Rodent and Signed

19th century
Sold 19 April 2026 · Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A large and well defined chunky Japanese bronze model of a rodent

holding a chestnut and feeding Circa 1880 good patina. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Rat to the 1880s.

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SA788568
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Description
A large and well defined chunky Japanese bronze model of a rodent

holding a chestnut and feeding Circa 1880 good patina. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Rat to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA788568
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Well Defined and Chunky Japanese Bronze Model of a Rodent and Signed

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail. View II
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Archive V A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail. View V
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail.
A well defined and chunky Japanese bronze model of a rodent and signed
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a seated rat holding an object in its paws, featuring detailed fur texturing and a long curved tail.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsNaturalistic fur engraving, Curved tail, Inlaid eyes
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

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Japanese bronze animal sculptures, particularly from the Meiji period, reflect a high level of technical mastery and a deep appreciation for the natural world, often created for both domestic display and export markets.

These items were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method (cire perdue), followed by extensive hand-chasing, patination, and sometimes inlay work to achieve fine textural details.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-carved artist signatures or seals, naturalistic patination showing age-appropriate oxidisation, and heavy, solid construction characteristic of traditional foundry work.

Positioning a small bronze sculpture on a stack of art books, a mantelpiece, or a dedicated side table allows it to serve as a sophisticated cabinet of curiosities accent piece.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical polishes, which can strip the historic patina and reduce the value of the piece.
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