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.

19th century

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Nineteenth Century Oriental Bronze Lamp

From Baggott & Co.

£495

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Antique Meiji Period Bronze Geisha Girl Figure

1900 - 1920

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Antique Meiji Period Bronze Geisha Girl Figure

From John Howkins Antiques

£750

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Antique Large Japanese Bronze Elephant & Tigers Meiji Period 19th C

19th century

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Antique Large Japanese Bronze Elephant & Tigers Meiji Period 19th C

From Regent Antiques

£3,900

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19th century

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Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Monkeys.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,200

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19th century

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19th Century Chinese Style Famille Verte Vase or Lamp

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£2,500

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A Silver and Copper Alloy Figure of Vishnu. Java,12th/13th Century.

Pre 16th century

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A Silver and Copper Alloy Figure of Vishnu. Java,12th/13th Century.

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£1,995

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1900 - 1920

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Rare Chinese Mixed-metal Spectacle Case, Late Qing / Early Republic, C. 1900

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£900

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Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

19th century

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Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£1,746

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A Very Large Meiji Bronze Elephant Okimono

19th century

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A Very Large Meiji Bronze Elephant Okimono

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£4,750

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Large Pair Japanese Bronze Meiji Period Vases

19th century

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Large Pair Japanese Bronze Meiji Period Vases

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£16,500

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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.

18th century

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18th Century Bronze Buddha

From The Old Cinema

£850

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Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

19th century

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Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

From Donald Allison Antiques

£2,200

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19th century

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Pair Japanese Bronze Vases, C19th.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,000

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19th century

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A Pair of Oriental Bronze Jardinières.

From Carradale Farm Antiques

£1,650

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19th century

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Antique Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Fine Quality 19th Century Meiji Period

From Prior and Willis

£2,096

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Pair of 18th Century Japanese Arita Imari Vases/lamps

19th century

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Pair of 18th Century Japanese Arita Imari Vases/lamps

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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Antique Oriental Bronzes

Nineteenth Century Oriental Bronze Lamp

Antique Meiji Period Bronze Geisha Girl Figure

Antique Large Japanese Bronze Elephant & Tigers Meiji Period 19th C

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Monkeys.

19th Century Chinese Style Famille Verte Vase or Lamp

A Silver and Copper Alloy Figure of Vishnu. Java,12th/13th Century.

Rare Chinese Mixed-metal Spectacle Case, Late Qing / Early Republic, C. 1900

Oriental Japanese Bronze Jardinière Meiji Period

A Very Large Meiji Bronze Elephant Okimono

Large Pair Japanese Bronze Meiji Period Vases

18th Century Bronze Buddha

Quality Japanese Bronze and Silver Koro .

Pair Japanese Bronze Vases, C19th.

A Pair of Oriental Bronze Jardinières.

Antique Very Large Pair of Japanese Bronze Vases Fine Quality 19th Century Meiji Period

Pair of 18th Century Japanese Arita Imari Vases/lamps

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