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A Japanese bronze vase with Ryū dragon in relief, signed Maruki Sei

$5,624.66
£4,210.67
€4,700
CA$7,743.05
A$8,464.67
CHF 4,478.19
MX$101,293.39
NOK 56,978.56
SEK 52,158.11
DKK 35,808.21

About the Item

A Japanese bronze vase featuring a Ryū dragon in relief, depicted as it grasps the sacred Buddhist jewel (tama). Signed Maruki Sei in relief under the base, with a second engraved signature on the side. Period: Meiji, late 19th century Dimensions: 49 × 25 cm Weight: 7.8 kg Condition: Excellent condition
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Diameter: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Meiji late 19th century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162245730262

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