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Japanese bronze okimono Jizai Praying Mantis (articulated sculpture)
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Jizai okimono sculpture of an articulated bronze praying mantis.
Insects (mushi) play an important role in Japanese culture. Insect hunting is a popular pastime, especially among children. Using nets and cages, they catch cicadas, beetles and other insects for observation. In fact, mushi can be seen as familiar animals, playing a role in a child's upbringing: he or she will first play with the ladybug, progressing as education progresses to the complex task of hunting dragonflies, which requires a certain amount of skill
- Dimensions:Height: 1.89 in (4.8 cm)Width: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Depth: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)
- Style:Japonisme (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1868-1912
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:PARIS, FR
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