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Superb Large Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Heavy Bronze Horse, Tokyo Arsenal
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Superb Large Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Heavy Bronze Horse, Tokyo Arsenal

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Striking large late 19thC (Meiji) Japanese large bronze horse made by the Tokyo Arsenal. Expertly modelled and cast, the stallion is depicted standing four square with its head turned slightly to the right. Raised on an oblong base, it’s inscribed underneath Tokyo Kosho sei (made at the Tokyo Arsenal). 40cm x 14cm x 37cm high, weight 7.4kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
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SA1132521
Dealers Internal Reference
AD1136
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Striking large late 19thC (Meiji) Japanese large bronze horse made by the Tokyo Arsenal.
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Expertly modelled and cast, the stallion is depicted standing four square with its head turned slightly to the right.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Raised on an oblong base, it’s inscribed underneath Tokyo Kosho sei (made at the Tokyo Arsenal). 40cm x 14cm x 37cm high, weight 7.4kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1132521
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1136
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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Archive I A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing horse mounted on an integral rocky base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb Large Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Heavy Bronze Horse, Tokyo Arsenal

Archive II A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing horse mounted on an integral rocky base. View II
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A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing horse mounted on an integral rocky base.
Superb Large Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Heavy Bronze Horse, Tokyo Arsenal
Ref: SA1132521
A dark patinated bronze sculpture of a standing horse mounted on an integral rocky base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsNaturalistic anatomy, Textured mane, Integral rocky base
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 40 cm (16 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

Meiji period bronze sculptures refer to metalwork items produced in Japan between 1868 and 1912, characterised by a shift towards Western realism and advanced lost-wax casting techniques.

These sculptures were typically crafted from high-grade bronze or brass alloys using traditional lost-wax casting methods, often finished with chemical patination to achieve dark, rich tones.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit heavy weight, fine hand-chased surface details, naturalistic proportions, and sometimes artist signatures or arsenal foundry marks on the underside or base.

Positioning the sculpture on a heavy oak sideboard, a study mantelpiece, or an executive desk introduces a focal point of historical craftsmanship and textural contrast.

Maintain antique bronze by dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying a microcrystalline wax to protect the patination from moisture and handling.
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