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Beautiful Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Okimono, Holy Kannon Bodhisattva, Takamura Koun
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Beautiful Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Okimono, Holy Kannon Bodhisattva, Takamura Koun

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 November 2024 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Fine Meiji (early 20thC) bronze statue of the Holy Kannon Bodhisattva by Takamura Koun (1852-1934). A fine casting with nice detail. The Bodhisattva of mercy and compassion is elegantly sculpted and stands on a circular base, holding in her left hand a delicate lotus bud stalk, her hair piled into a tall topknot and adorned with the hokan (jewelled crown). She is wearing a johaku (decorative scarf) draped diagonally from her left shoulder, spreading out across the right side of her abdomen, the folds of the garment softly rendered. The reverse of the figure is signed Takamura Koun. Certificate of authenticity and box. 33cm (13in) high by 12cm (5in) diameter (base), weight 1.65kg.

Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion, is one of the most popular and frequently depicted deities in Japanese Buddhism. Kannon grants deliverance from suffering to anyone who calls upon his name.

Excellent original condition.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Meiji Bronze Okimono Sculpture to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1110169
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AD689/24
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Fine Meiji (early 20thC) bronze statue of the Holy Kannon Bodhisattva by Takamura Koun (1852-1934). A fine casting with nice detail. The Bodhisattva of mercy and compassion is elegantly sculpted and stands on a circular base, holding in her left hand a delicate lotus bud stalk, her hair piled into a tall topknot and adorned with the hokan (jewelled crown).
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She is wearing a johaku (decorative scarf) draped diagonally from her left shoulder, spreading out across the right side of her abdomen, the folds of the garment softly rendered.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

The reverse of the figure is signed Takamura Koun. Certificate of authenticity and box. 33cm (13in) high by 12cm (5in) diameter (base), weight 1.65kg.

fig 1. A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base.
fig 1. Beautiful Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Okimono, Holy Kannon Bodhisattva, Takamura Koun

Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion, is one of the most popular and frequently depicted deities in Japanese Buddhism. Kannon grants deliverance from suffering to anyone who calls upon his name.

Excellent original condition.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Meiji Bronze Okimono Sculpture to the 1900s.

Height
33cm (12.99")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1110169
Dealers Internal Ref
AD689/24
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Archive I A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Beautiful Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Okimono, Holy Kannon Bodhisattva, Takamura Koun

Archive II A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base. View II
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Archive IX A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base. View IX
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A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base.
Beautiful Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) Bronze Okimono, Holy Kannon Bodhisattva, Takamura Koun
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A detailed standing bronze okimono figure of Kannon holding a lotus flower on a circular lotus-petal base.
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsLotus pedestal base, flowing robes, holding lotus blossom, ornate head-dress
  • SizeH 33 cm (13 in) x W 12 cm (5 in)

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An okimono is a traditional Japanese decorative object or figurine designed for display, particularly popular during the Meiji period for both domestic appreciation and export markets.

Artisans predominantly used lost-wax casting and complex metal-finishing techniques, often incorporating patination methods to achieve rich tonal variations on the bronze surface.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit refined chiselling, naturalistic patination, and makers signatures or foundry seals incised into the base or rear of the figure.

Placing a sculptural focal point on a minimalist console table or within a bookshelf adds historical depth and textural contrast to modern living spaces.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid chemical polishes or water to protect the historic patina from damage.
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