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A Delightful 19th Century Japanese Bronze in the Form of Two Gourds
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A Delightful 19th Century Japanese Bronze in the Form of Two Gourds

19th century
Sold 23 May 2025 · Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A superb 19th century Japanese bronze in the form of a bird standing on two gourds one large and one small with a good patina and signed There is a £25 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Bird Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1062361
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A superb 19th century Japanese bronze in the form of a bird standing on two gourds one large and one small with a good patina and signed There is a £25 charge for postage and packing.
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International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Height
17.5cm (6.89")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Depth
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Bird Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1062361
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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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Delightful 19th Century Japanese Bronze in the Form of Two Gourds

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds. View II
Archive III A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds. View IV
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Archive X A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds. View X
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds.
A delightful 19th century Japanese bronze in the form of two gourds
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture depicting a small bird perched atop two gourds.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBird perched on gourds, Lifelike feather texturing, Organic natural forms
  • SizeH 17.5 cm (7 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in) x D 13.5 cm (5 in)

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Meiji period Japanese bronze art refers to metalwork produced between 1868 and 1912, a time when Japanese metalworkers gained international acclaim for their technical mastery in lost-wax casting and patination.

These pieces were typically crafted using traditional lost-wax casting techniques with copper-alloy compositions, followed by manual chiselling and chemical treatments to achieve rich patinas.

Authentic pieces often feature subtle surface variations, hand-chiselled detailing, naturalistic patination, and occasionally artist signatures or foundry marks on the underside.

Place the sculpture as a focal point on a plain surface such as a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table to allow its metallic texture and form to stand out against neutral backgrounds.

Maintain antique bronze by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoiding abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or excessive moisture which can damage the historic patina.
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