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A Japanese bronze sculpture depicting an oni with a ceremonial kōro

$8,648.53
£6,398.26
€7,300VAT Included
CA$11,969.99
A$12,011.84
CHF 7,005.45
MX$146,049.38
NOK 80,499.61
SEK 82,789.74
DKK 55,662.78

About the Item

A large Japanese bronze sculpture depicting an oni lifting a Buddhist ceremonial kōro (incense burner) with his left hand. The figure, kneeling, rests the other hand on his hip for balance and displays great strength in the act of raising the incense burner. The garments are finely incised and still retain traces of gilding, with a large phoenix engraved on the back. Period: Meiji, late 19th century Dimensions: 48 × 27 × 15 cm Weight: 9.8 kg Condition: Excellent.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Meiji late 19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162247106092

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