As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this high quality and humorous pair of Meiji period (1868-1912) onlaid Bronze vases , these unusual vases depict the moment where a Silver Fox hides beneath a Large Leaf whilst looking over to a rather chubby mixed metal Tanuki ( Racoon Dog), each animal surrounded by a plethora of mixed metal onlaid foliage , the native Flora picked out in Gold , Silver , Shibuichi and other alloys upon a Katakiribori carved Bronze background, these delightful and heavy little vases are artist signed by the Kyoto artist Taguchi , a very nice pair of Meiji period mixed metal vases ideal as a gift for a loved one , or as an addition to your own high quality Japanese works of art collection.
Provenance:
Private overseas collection .
Condition:
Superb condition throughout .
Approximate sizes:
Height: 7.1/8″ 18.1 cm
Width: 3.1/8″ 8 cm
Weight: 1900 gms 1.9 kg
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