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Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dancer, Katsujun
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Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dancer, Katsujun

19th century
Sold 25 July 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi gourd dancer by Katsujun. The dancer is depicted holding a fan in his right hand and a gourd in his left over his shoulder. Signed Katsujun on the integrated bronze base. 23cm high x 15.5cm wide x 10.8cm deep (base), weight 2.4kg

Lovely condition with no discernible wear.

The Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dance (more accurately known as Koshu Kanayama-bushi or Karame-bushi Kanayama-dance) is a Japanese folk dance of prayer for mining safety. Originally originating in the mining regions of Japan, it is now celebrated as an Intangible Folkloric Cultural Property, often performed as an offering to mountain deities.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Reference Numbers
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SA1217284
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AD1426
Description
Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) bronze parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi gourd dancer by Katsujun. The dancer is depicted holding a fan in his right hand and a gourd in his left over his shoulder. Signed Katsujun on the integrated bronze base. 23cm high x 15.5cm wide x 10.8cm deep (base), weight 2.4kg
fig 1. A dark brown bronze sculpture of a figure in traditional attire holding a fan, standing atop a decorated rectangular base.
fig 1. Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dancer, Katsujun

Lovely condition with no discernible wear.

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The Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dance (more accurately known as Koshu Kanayama-bushi or Karame-bushi Kanayama-dance) is a Japanese folk dance of prayer for mining safety.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Originally originating in the mining regions of Japan, it is now celebrated as an Intangible Folkloric Cultural Property, often performed as an offering to mountain deities.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
10.8cm (4.25")
Reference Numbers
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SA1217284
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1426
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Archive I A dark brown bronze sculpture of a figure in traditional attire holding a fan, standing atop a decorated rectangular base. SOLD25 JUL 26

Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Bronze Parcel-gilt Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dancer, Katsujun

Archive II A dark brown bronze sculpture of a figure in traditional attire holding a fan, standing atop a decorated rectangular base. View II
Archive III A dark brown bronze sculpture of a figure in traditional attire holding a fan, standing atop a decorated rectangular base. View III
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A dark brown bronze sculpture of a figure in traditional attire holding a fan, standing atop a decorated rectangular base.
Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Bronze Parcel-Gilt Kanayama-bushi Gourd Dancer, Katsujun
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze, Gold
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigural depiction, Robe patterns, Rectangular plinth base
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 15.5 cm (6 in) x D 10.8 cm (4 in)

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The Meiji period spans from 1868 to 1912, marking an era of rapid modernisation where Japanese metalworkers combined traditional techniques with new international markets, producing highly detailed cast bronze and mixed-metal sculptures.

These pieces were typically produced using the lost-wax casting method with copper-alloy bronzes, often enhanced with surface treatments such as patination, gilding, and inlay work using gold, silver, and shakudo.

Authentic pieces often feature fine, hand-chased surface details, natural patination resulting from age, and artist signatures or foundry marks inscribed on the base or reverse side.

Place the sculpture as a focal point on a credenza, mantelpiece, or glass-fronted display cabinet where neutral lighting highlights the metallic textures and contrasting tones of the bronze and gilding.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using chemical polishes or water, which can damage the original historic patina and delicate parcel-gilt surface finishes.
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