japanese bronze elephant with ivory tusks and diamond eyes

Circa 1880. Rare large Meji Period (1868 -1912) Japanese Bronze elephant with ivory tusks in realistic pose, striding forward with upturned trunk (symbolizing good luck) and set on A naturalistic carved hardwood base. The bronze modelling is of the highest quality with a realistic textured skin surface and original patina. In excellent original condition With Ivory License 6HAEW10243 cm High x 19 cm Wide x 41 cm Deep Antique Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze elephants are highly prized Japanese art, often featuring detailed, naturalistic casting, textured skin, and raised trunks symbolizing good luck. Renowned artists like Genryusai Seiya specialized in these, often creating large okimono (ornamental) figures, frequently featuring signed undersides and ivory or bone tusks, usually made from around 1880-1890
Stock No 35553

Antiques.co.uk Ref: QJB5J7D3J

Width (cm):

19

Height (cm):

43

Depth (cm):

41

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