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A bronze okimono depicting a study of a puppy playing with a ball

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Bronze okimono depicting a study of a puppy playing with a ball. The puppy has a playful and curious expression as he interacts with the ball. The ball the dog plays with is also sculpted with lifelike detail, the patina of the bronze surface creating a subtle shine that reveals the sculpted details with even more clarity. This bronze okimono is signed Masayuki. Origin: Japan Period: Meiji second half of the 19th century. Dimensions: 13 x 18 x 13 cm. Weight 3kg. State of conservation: Very good
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Meiji period
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162238266272

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