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Japan mice treasure bag Meiji

$1,772.18

£1,328.36

€1,500

CA$2,434.67

A$2,718.08

CHF 1,424.23

MX$33,272

NOK 18,087.79

SEK 17,054.49

DKK 11,418.55

About the Item

Japanese bronzewith brown patina representing two mice. One is pulling pulling a treasure bag. crouching down with its head turned to the left. While the other mouse is standing on its hind legs and leaning on its bag as if to hel push it. The work is meticulous and the finish smooth and shiny. The mouse or the rat (both called nezumi in Japanese), one of the zodiac signs, is a symbol of fortune. This bag can be compared to the treasure bag of Hotei, one of the seven gods of Happiness. A figure of prosperity, he is also the god of joy, abundance and the guardian of children. His bag contains everything a person needs in his daily life. Unidentified seal below. Japan - Meiji Era (1868-1912) Height: 4.6 in. (11.7 cm) - width: 4.3 in. (11 cm) - depth: 10.9 in. (27.7 cm)

Dimensions:

Height: 4.61 in (11.7 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 10.91 in (27.7 cm)

Style:

Japonisme (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze

Place of Origin:

Japan

Period:

Late 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1900

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

PARIS, FR

Reference Number:

Seller: 2023-11201stDibs: LU8311235140022

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