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Japanese Bronze Okimono of a Karasu Tengu 鴉天狗 Holding Up a Flower Branch

$3,365.32

£2,492.80

€2,800

CA$4,603.64

A$5,017.73

CHF 2,652.83

MX$60,404

NOK 33,671.05

SEK 30,869.47

DKK 21,334.45

About the Item

Very refined Japanese bronze figure of a ‘karasu tengu’ holding a candlestick. Well cast as a tengu in half-human, half-bird form standing atop a pile of leaves on a rounded square base with lappet and wave diaper to the sides and supported on four curved feet. The tengu with one horn, a prominent crow’s beak, large wings, and scaly legs, wearing long flowing robes tied at the waist as well as a broad collar with a cloud design. In his lowered right hand he holds a feathered hauchiwa (magical feather fan) with a reishi (bracket fungus) handle, and in his raised left hand he holds up a removable leafy branch bearing buds surmounted by a floral candle pricket. His face with a fierce expression marked by bulging eyes and thick, furrowed brows. Size: Height incl. candlestick 21.85 in/55.5 cm, excl. candlestick, 13.38 in/34.5 cm, Depth Width 6.53 in/16.6 cm. Weight 8.59 lb/3.9 kg. Tengu (Japanese: lit. "Heavenly Dog" or "Heavenly Sentinel") are a type of legendary creature found in Japanese folk religion. They are considered a type of yôkai (supernatural beings) or Shinto kami (gods). In folk tales, the hauchiwa sometimes can grow or shrink a person's nose, but usually, they have attributed the power to stir up great winds. When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity. Price including insured shipping.

Dimensions:
Height: 21.86 in (55.5 cm)Width: 6.54 in (16.6 cm)Depth: 6.54 in (16.6 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Cast,Patinated
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Meiji Period 1868-1912
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition with minor surface wear and casting irregularities. Please look at the photos for a clear condition reference.
Seller Location:
Amsterdam, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 202303x1stDibs: LU7165230409992

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