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Japan bronze cicada sculpture okimono Meiji

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Bronze sculpture with dark brown patina of a cicada. The cicada (in Japanese, semi) is considered as a symbol of humanity. Together with a praying mantis and a spider, they represent the three virtues of a general: humanity, courage and skill. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Height: 0.79 in / 2.5 cm – width: 0.79 in / 7.5 cm – depth : 1.96 in / 5 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Width: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1868-1912
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  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2024-12021stDibs: LU8311239728452
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