Name: Japanese Antique (Late 19thc) Pair of Bronze Monkeys, Hiromitsu
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1221010
Price: 350 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 11 September 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

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Description

Japanese antique (late 19thC) pair (parent and young) of bronze monkeys by Hiromitsu. Signed box. 17cm high x 12.5cm wide x 17cm deep (parent), 9.5cm high x 3.5cm wide x 6cm deep (young), weight 3.85kg (total).

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Bronze Monkey Sculptures to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

21cm (8.27")

Width

16cm (6.30")

Depth

12.5cm (4.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1221010

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1350

Description

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Bronze Monkey Sculptures to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

21cm (8.27")

Width

16cm (6.30")

Depth

12.5cm (4.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1221010

Dealers Internal Ref

AD1350

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ObjectSculptures
Period19th century
StyleMeiji
MaterialBronze
ColourDark Brown
MotifsHand-chiselled fur detail, Monkey holding a peach fruit, Inlaid eye details
SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

An okimono is a decorative display ornament crafted in Japan, particularly popular during the Meiji period (18681912) when metalworkers transitioned from crafting samurai armour to decorative art objects for domestic and export markets.

Japanese artisans typically utilised lost-wax casting (cire perdue) techniques with bronze alloys, followed by meticulous hand-chiselling to create detailed surface textures such as fur, along with patination treatments using natural chemical baths.

Authentic pieces usually feature detailed hand-chiselled surface textures, naturalistic animal forms, artist signatures (mei) cast or incised into the base, and age-appropriate patination with subtle wear in handled areas.

Displaying bronze sculptures on a dark wood bookshelf, side table, or mantelpiece creates a refined focal point, pairing well with organic textures, stoneware ceramics, or dark academia interiors.

Dust gently with a soft, dry horsehair brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers or water; periodic application of a clear microcrystalline wax will protect the patination.