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Fine Japanese Meiji Bronze Okimono Sculpture of a Rat with Chestnut

$2,500List Price

About the Item

UNKOKU Japan, late 19th/early 20th century A Rat Grasping a Chestnut Patinated bronze signed to underside Item # 407CJE29P A fine late 19th to early 20th century bronze okimono of a Rat Grasping a Chestnut by the Meiji era metal artist Unkoku, the plump little creature sits calmly and unrushed with the treasure grasped in his little hands. Unlike the West, where the rat is an unpleasant creature, the Rat in Japanese culture is a symbol of riches and a plentiful harvest. The rat is a companion to Daikoku, the God of Wealth, and is the first sign of the Zodiac. If you were born in the Year of the Rat, you are associated with being charming, thrifty and industrious. That this particular rat is so plump and well-fed while holding a chestnut (the treat of the New Years celebration) gives an optimistic nod to the start of a year full of success and prosperity. Note the exquisite texture, the fine engraved lines of hair throughout the rat's body and the careful articulation of the details throughout. A lovely example. Measurements: 6 1/4" W x 4 3/8" D x 4" H Condition Report: A very fine and well-preserved surface with only minor handling wear; some spots of abrading beneath the patina on the proper right knee; tail has a little bit of wiggle to it and a seam at the joint with the body of the rat. About silla antiques & art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.

Dimensions:
Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Depth: 4.38 in (11.13 cm)
Style:
Meiji (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Unknown
Condition:
A very fine and well-preserved surface with only minor handling wear; some spots of abrading beneath the patina on the proper right knee; tail has a little bit of wiggle to it and a seam at the joint with the body of the rat.
Seller Location:
Shippensburg, PA
Reference Number:
Seller: 407CJE29P1stDibs: LU1059041044912

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