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Japanese Iki-ningyo painted life like sculpture of a tattooed man with a fierce
demeanor in an animated pose running with a spear.
Similar examples are owned by the Osaka Museum of History and the
Contemporary Art Museum in Kumamoto. A scholarly article was published
by Daruma Magazine summer issue 2008.

Details

Of the Period

Meiji
Place of Origin

Japan
Date of Manufacture

circa 1890-1900

Period

1890-1899

Materials and Techniques

Carved Wood

Painted

Condition

Good. The spear is a later replacement.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use

Dimensions

23.5 in. H x 23 in. W x 8 in. D

60 cm H x 58 cm W x 20 cm D

Dealer Location

Norwalk, CT

Number of Items

1
Reference Number

LU85232491502

About the Seller

1stdibs seller since 2008

Typical response time: 1 - 2 Days

Located in Norwalk, CT

Associations:

The Art and Antique Dealers League of America
Antiques Associations Members

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