Details
- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 6.5ʺD × 12ʺH
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Engraving
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent vintage condition Fine scratches Small chips Loss of patina and finish to small areas Refer photos for details Excellent vintage condition Fine scratches Small chips Loss of patina and finish to small areas Refer photos for details less
- Description
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A stunning bronze seam Brim rising from the sea waves
modeled in the form of a leaping carp detailed with … more A stunning bronze seam Brim rising from the sea waves
modeled in the form of a leaping carp detailed with round eyes, fins and scales, all supported on a base of sea waves
An elegant Japanese cast bronze okimono of a swimming carp, Meiji Period , early 20th century, Japan. The graceful fish portrayed realistically in motion, as if swimming against a current. The fish's fins pushed back, muscular body taut and straining, with its tail rippling out behind. The carp's eyes look straight forward with a focused and determined gaze. Expertly and naturalistically cast, with especially fine attention to the scales, and even the underside. An artist's mark engraved to the underside.
The bronze with a beautiful patina.
Carps are symbols of perseverance, strength, and determination in Japanese culture. They often swim against the current. Legend states that any carp strong and brave enough to swim up and jump over the Dragon Gate (Longmen) waterfall, instantly is transformed into a dragon. less
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