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Japanese Bronze Figure by Miyao Eisuke, Meiji Period

$16,544.81
£12,000
€14,245.58
CA$22,898.85
A$22,982.10
CHF 13,401.58
MX$279,395.53
NOK 153,997.45
SEK 158,378.51
DKK 106,484.06

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FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A FINELY DETAILED JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURE BY MIYAO EISUKE, MEIJI PERIOD, CIRCA 1890. From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this outstanding bronze figure by the celebrated maker Miyao Eisuke of Yokohama, dating to the late 19th century. The bronze depicts an elderly man with a beaming smile, holding a tall broom in one hand and a pagoda-form lantern in the other, upon which a small bird is perched. The character is animated and full of life, embodying the joyous humour that made Miyao bronzes so admired during the Meiji period. The figure is richly decorated with gilt highlights across his flowing robe. Prominent motifs include a central dragon roundel, symbolising strength and protection, while the legs display pairs of cranes, representing longevity and happiness. Stylised clouds and waves flow across the garment, further enhancing the auspicious symbolism. The bronze rests on its original Miyao wood base, decorated with the iconic inlaid gilt scrollwork that distinguishes works from this workshop. This exceptional piece is signed Miyao EI 宮尾栄助 (Miyao Eisuke) in a rectangular gilt cartouche, indicating its origin within the Miyao Eisuke workshop. Dating to circa 1890, this figure is an excellent example of the work undertaken in the golden era of Japan that define the finest bronzes of the period. REFERENCE V&A Museum Accession Number FE.12:1 to 4-2003 Meiji no Takara 明治の宝 Treasures of Imperial Japan, the Nasser D.Khalili Collection, Metalwork Part II, no. 108. Christies for a near identical model from the Property of Edward & Marilyn Flower Lot 298 4 Nov 2009
  • Creator:
    Eisuke Miyao 1 (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Wood,Cast,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Japan
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Newark, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YWKDDDS1stDibs: LU6971247989762

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