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Large (7kg) Japanese Bronze Bowl/censer, C1870
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Large (7kg) Japanese Bronze Bowl/censer, C1870

19th century
Sold 25 August 2024 · Curious Antiques
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Very fine quality mid 19th century Japanese early Meiji period bronze bowl or censer on a turned wood stand,c1870. Of large proportion and weighing in at almost 7kg (including stand) , this is an impressive piece which would grace a modern or traditional home. The main body is decorated with 6 large identical panels depicting 3 figures by a traditional home and below the branch of a large tree. The rim is decorated with a band of Greek style key design and the base has a series of cartouches depicting 2 dragons facing off. It has lovely stylised handles in the form of foliage with fruit/seeds. The bronze has taken on a lovely rich patina and overall condition is very good with no obvious issues, even the base is original and often these are repaired /replaced following years of use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 28cm tall x 33cm wide (handle to handle) x 26cm deep (diameter of bowl), weight 6.8kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Censer to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1076877
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Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Very fine quality mid 19th century Japanese early Meiji period bronze bowl or censer on a turned wood stand,c1870.
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Of large proportion and weighing in at almost 7kg (including stand) , this is an impressive piece which would grace a modern or traditional home.
Curious Antiques

The main body is decorated with 6 large identical panels depicting 3 figures by a traditional home and below the branch of a large tree. The rim is decorated with a band of Greek style key design and the base has a series of cartouches depicting 2 dragons facing off. It has lovely stylised handles in the form of foliage with fruit/seeds. The bronze has taken on a lovely rich patina and overall condition is very good with no obvious issues, even the base is original and often these are repaired /replaced following years of use. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 28cm tall x 33cm wide (handle to handle) x 26cm deep (diameter of bowl), weight 6.8kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Japanese Bronze Censer to the 19th Century.

Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1076877
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large (7kg) Japanese Bronze Bowl/censer, C1870

Archive II A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. View II
Archive III A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. View III
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Archive V A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. View V
Archive VI A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. View VI
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Archive X A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base. View X
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A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base.
Large (7kg) Japanese Bronze Bowl/Censer, c1870
Ref: SA1076877
A large dark brown Japanese bronze censer featuring figural relief panels, dragon-form handles, and a carved wooden base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Vessels
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze, Hardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFigural relief panels, Dragon-form handles, Geometric border patterns, Carved wooden stand
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Meiji period Japanese bronzes date from 1868 to 1912, a time when metalworkers shifted from producing samurai armour to creating intricate decorative arts for international export and domestic display.

These pieces were typically crafted using traditional lost-wax casting methods with copper-alloy bronzes, often featuring applied patination and hand-chased relief panels.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit natural age-related patination, heavy mass, fine hand-carved detailing within relief panels, and occasionally artisan maker signatures on the underside.

Such a substantial object functions effectively as a sculptural focal point on a credenza, large coffee table, or mantelpiece, contrasting well with minimalist modern surfaces.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents or polishes that can strip the historic patina, and maintaining stable indoor humidity.
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