Japan Antique big bronze shishi koma-inu Taisho 1910
$1,800.00
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From our recent Japanese Acquistions Travels.
Japanese fine one hundred plus year old cast bronze shishi koma-inu, two parts, signed on bottom, fine condition.
Considered auspicious symbols of wealth, status, and good fortune; foo dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan—are often seen guarding shrines, straddling the doorways of shops, and protecting public buildings. The male is almost always depicted with a spherical globe under-foot, symbolizing dominion over the world. These mythical effigies have deep religious and social symbolism and can be seen in countries across Asia. Our guardian made from cast bronze, has excellent details and a wonderful patina that would place it around 1915. It is signed on bottom.
Dimensions: 16 inches high and 32 inches wide and 8 inches deep
Age: dates solidly in the Taisho period, 1915
Quality: fine condition
Provenance: old Takayama collection
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Our gallery has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition.
We are members of NAJGA- North American Japanese Garden Association.
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