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Extraordinary baluster-shaped bronze vase with multiple patinas, sculpted with a lizard observing a frog.
Note the exceptional quality of the …
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Extraordinary baluster-shaped bronze vase with multiple patinas, sculpted with a lizard observing a frog.
Note the exceptional quality of the carving which leads one to believe that the lizard is alive!
The underside is signed "Akichika" and is marked with a dragonfly-shaped seal.
Akichika appears to have worked as a goldsmith for the famous Maruki company.
Japan, late 19th century.
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- Dimensions
- 3.94ʺW × 3.94ʺD × 9.84ʺH
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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