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Japanese Bronze Okimono
Howling
Tiger
Glass
Eyes Inlaids Paper Weight
Sig: unsigned. Circa: Meiji, 1868-1911
H 2.5" (6.5cm), W 5.25"
(13.5cm), D 1.5" (4cm)
Condition : Excellent! A
glass eyes inlaid small howling tiger beautifully cast in solid bronze, densely
rendered with acid etched tiger stripes, embossed in a reddish shinny surface
over a matted finishing. The aged patina and artistry are consistently indicated
that this is a Meiji era bronze; possibly made for paper weight.
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