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Bronze Bowl with Monkeys in Relief and Seal Mark, Meiji

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:600.00 EUR Estimated At:960.00 - 1,200.00 EUR
Bronze Bowl with Monkeys in Relief and Seal Mark, Meiji
Bronze with brown patina
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Base with seal mark ‘Kazumasa saku’ - ? ?
Bulbous bowl with a detailed relief decoration
Wall with depictions of intertwined monkeys
Precisely crafted faces, hands and coat pattern
Dimensions: 16 x 25 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Germany

Since monkeys are considered to be ambassadors of the gods they are a favored subject in Japanese art.



Condition: The bronze bowl is in good condition with natural patina and only slight signs of age and use. Minimal patina wear can be seen here and there. The height measures 16 cm and the width is 25 cm.




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