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Japanese Antique Bronze Model of an Elephant and Two Tigers

$6,132.06
£4,500
€5,303.70
CA$8,439.46
A$9,406.66
CHF 4,935.35
MX$114,870.65
NOK 62,492.28
SEK 59,064.71
DKK 39,583.86

About the Item

Meiji period, depicting an elephant being attacked by two tigers, with Japanese mark on the base. Rendered in impressive naturalistic detail, this charming model dates to the Japanese Meiji period, a time famous for its high quality craftsmanship.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU95637549413

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