How do I identify a Meiji period bronze?

Meiji period bronzes typically originate from late nineteenth to early twentieth century Japan, frequently displaying highly naturalistic subjects like birds, monkeys, or woodsmans. Look for detailed patination, mixed-metal elements, and dynamic poses characteristic of this era. Many of these Japanese pieces bear artist signatures or foundry marks, and they often focus on secular decorative subjects rather than strictly religious ones.

What is an archaistic bronze?

An archaistic bronze is a later piece, often dating from the Qing dynasty, created in deliberate imitation of much older ritual vessels from ancient dynasties. These items utilise traditional shapes like the ding tripod along with motifs such as taotie masks. Collectors prize them for their synthesis of ancient ritual aesthetics combined with the technical mastery of later metalworkers.

How were oriental bronze censers used?

Censers served primarily to burn incense during domestic worship, scholarly contemplation, or formal ceremonies. The perforated covers allowed fragrant smoke to drift outward while containing the embers. Scholar's desks and household altars frequently featured these vessels, often accompanied by matching covers and bespoke hardwood stands.

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These antique oriental bronzes encompass finely cast figures, vessels, and censers spanning multiple centuries from China, Japan, India, and Burma.

Late Qing Chinese Bronze Hexagonal Tripod Censer & Cover – Xuande Mark

19th century

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Late Qing Chinese Bronze Hexagonal Tripod Censer & Cover – Xuande Mark

From Artsonline

£299

2 DAYS AGO

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Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer & Cover Qilin Finial Late Qing C.1880-1920

1900 - 1920

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Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer & Cover Qilin Finial Late Qing C.1880-1920

From CKB Ltd Emporium & Collectables

£275

2 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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Pair of 19th-century Japanese Meiji Bronze Vases – Birds & Blossom

From Artsonline

£299

2 DAYS AGO

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Antique 19thc Burmese Bronze Shakyamuni Buddha 700g Buddhist Statue Burma 11.5cm

19th century

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Antique 19thc Burmese Bronze Shakyamuni Buddha 700g Buddhist Statue Burma 11.5cm

From CKB Ltd Emporium & Collectables

£349

2 DAYS AGO

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Large Chinese Qing Archaistic Bronze Ding Tripod Censer with Taotie Decoration 30cm

19th century

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Large Chinese Qing Archaistic Bronze Ding Tripod Censer with Taotie Decoration 30cm

From CKB Ltd Emporium & Collectables

£2,500

2 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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Large 19th-century Indian Bronze Engraved Elephant Sculpture with Riders

From Artsonline

£399

2 DAYS AGO

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Antique Chinese Bronze Pigeon Dove Pair Xuande Mark Late Qing C1900 2.7kg 28cm

1900 - 1920

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Antique Chinese Bronze Pigeon Dove Pair Xuande Mark Late Qing C1900 2.7kg 28cm

From CKB Ltd Emporium & Collectables

£449

2 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Bronze Cloisonne Censer Qilin Lion Qing Tripod 20cm

From CKB Ltd Emporium & Collectables

£399

2 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Japanese Bronze Figure

From David Robinson Antiques

£250

2 DAYS AGO

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Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Eagle Hawk Sculpture – Antique Okimono

19th century

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Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Eagle Hawk Sculpture – Antique Okimono

From Artsonline

£650

3 DAYS AGO

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Among the fauna cast in metal, a scholarly monkey and a gathering of chickens remind us that bronze can capture quiet humour just as easily as imperial dignity.

19th century

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19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

From Artsonline

£255

5 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Gabriel Viardot Music Cabinet or Etarge

From Youlls Antiques

£1,450

8 DAYS AGO

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17th century

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A Rare Chinese Bronze Cylindrical Tripod Censer for the Islamic Market 17th Century

From Sandbanks Antiques

£14,950

10 DAYS AGO

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17th century

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A Fine and Rare Chinese Bronze Scholar’s Seal with Wrestling Shishi Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century (C. 1620–1680)

From Sandbanks Antiques

£6,750

11 DAYS AGO

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Japanese Inlaid Bronze Vase by Kanasawa.

1900 - 1920

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Japanese Inlaid Bronze Vase by Kanasawa.

From Donald Allison Antiques

£550

11 DAYS AGO

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A Rare Solid-cast Bronze and Selectively Fire-gilded Figural Scholar’s Desk Paperweight (Zhenzhi) in the Form of a Reclining Boy (Wa Wa) Ming Dynasty, 16th Century

16th century

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A Rare Solid-cast Bronze and Selectively Fire-gilded Figural Scholar’s Desk Paperweight (Zhenzhi) in the Form of a Reclining Boy (Wa Wa) Ming Dynasty, 16th Century

From Sandbanks Antiques

£5,790

12 DAYS AGO

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Antique Oriental Bronzes

Late Qing Chinese Bronze Hexagonal Tripod Censer & Cover – Xuande Mark

Antique Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer & Cover Qilin Finial Late Qing C.1880-1920

Pair of 19th-century Japanese Meiji Bronze Vases – Birds & Blossom

Antique 19thc Burmese Bronze Shakyamuni Buddha 700g Buddhist Statue Burma 11.5cm

Large Chinese Qing Archaistic Bronze Ding Tripod Censer with Taotie Decoration 30cm

Large 19th-century Indian Bronze Engraved Elephant Sculpture with Riders

Antique Chinese Bronze Pigeon Dove Pair Xuande Mark Late Qing C1900 2.7kg 28cm

Antique 19th Century Chinese Bronze Cloisonne Censer Qilin Lion Qing Tripod 20cm

Japanese Bronze Figure

Japanese Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Eagle Hawk Sculpture – Antique Okimono

19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Gabriel Viardot Music Cabinet or Etarge

A Rare Chinese Bronze Cylindrical Tripod Censer for the Islamic Market 17th Century

A Fine and Rare Chinese Bronze Scholar’s Seal with Wrestling Shishi Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century (C. 1620–1680)

Japanese Inlaid Bronze Vase by Kanasawa.

A Rare Solid-cast Bronze and Selectively Fire-gilded Figural Scholar’s Desk Paperweight (Zhenzhi) in the Form of a Reclining Boy (Wa Wa) Ming Dynasty, 16th Century

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