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Large Japanese Meiji Bronze Sculpture Elephant and Tigers by Mitsumoto

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MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE OKIMONO OF ELEPHANT BEING ATTACKED BY TWO TIGERS Workshop of Omori Mitsumoto (kôgen), 大森光元, Japan, circa 1900 Cast and patinated bronze, hardwood base, two carved hardwood tusks, glass eyes in tigers signed to the underside of the elephant Item # 309EMB17W An exceedingly good example of the incredible detail and quality of work that the Japanese metalworkers of the Meiji period could produce, the present group depicts a furious elephant being attacked by two tigers. The skill with which the tigers are executed is in itself notable, each with a stark contrast between the high polish of raised stripes and the matte texture of low stripes - the variation is achieved almost entirely by texture and the way the chemicals react with the open-grain of the metal. Positively brilliant. The most minute details of each tiger is carefully conceived and executed with full development of the hair on their paws being chiseled and hammered, the undersides of their paws being fully articulated and perhaps most notably, the brilliant glass eyes are retained and positively glow. But more impressive than the tigers is the powerful figure of the elephant. He is fierce and presents with such intensity that the fight appears to already be lost for the cats, the lower of which is about to be crushed by a raised front foot. The development of the skin is difficult to convey with photography, where it is not just chiseled and chased, but rather has taken an exquisite naturalism with a waxy flow that is exactly as one would expect from life itself. The curves of the thick hide flow around the anatomy so convincingly, bunched up where the legs are prone and stretched tight as his muscles are taught. This is a level of capture from the underlying mold that is unexpected and really quite a marvel. Both tusks pictured are carved hardwood replacements, but we do have one original tusk still retained (photos available on request). The complex group presents over a naturalistic hardwood base. The underside of the elephant is signed for the workshop of Omori Mitumoto (大森光元). Measurements: [total with base] 18 3/4" H x 18 3/4" D x 23 1/2" W; [bronze only] 13 3/8" H x 11" D x 17 1/2" W Condition Report: Bronze in very fine condition with only the most minor surface wear, all carefully polished and a brilliant presentation; two tusks are carved hardwood replacements - one original tusk (not pictured) will be included. Hardwood base with minor chipping and wear. About silla antiques & art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.

Dimensions:

Height: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)

Style:

Meiji (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Glass,Hardwood,Carved,Patinated

Place of Origin:

Japan

Period:

Early 20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1900

Condition:

Replacements made: Tusks are hardwood replacements. See condition notes in description text.

Seller Location:

Shippensburg, PA

Reference Number:

Seller: 309EMB17W1stDibs: LU1059036774902

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