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Japanese Bronze Okimono of a Carp, Taisho Period, Early 20th Century, Japan

$2,900

£2,208.29

€2,542.79

CA$4,109.56

A$4,420.41

CHF 2,362.40

MX$52,104.09

NOK 29,784.30

SEK 27,228.51

DKK 18,998.90

About the Item

An elegant Japanese cast bronze okimono of a swimming carp, Taisho Period (1912 - 1926), 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 of the head. An artist's mark engraved to the underside. The bronze with a beautiful mellow patina. Carp 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.

Dimensions:
Height: 3.13 in (7.96 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
Style:
Taisho (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Carved,Cast,Lacquered
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1920
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. One minor casting flaw to the scales. Some light scratching to the bronze.
Seller Location:
Austin, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU894727806742

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