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Japanese Bronze Bamboo Hanging Vase, Kakehana, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

$2,200
£1,673
€1,929.73
CA$3,081.80
A$3,449.14
CHF 1,800.99
MX$42,079.71
NOK 22,861.20
SEK 21,693.87
DKK 14,410.29
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A subtle and beautiful Japanese bronze hanging flower vase, kakehana, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The slim and elegant vessel of cast bronze in the form of a stalk of segmented bamboo. The segment lines cast in low relief with beading, simulating the nodes. A simple leafed branch falls downwards at a graceful angle. While a small and whimsical cicada is cast in high relief just above the leaves. The cicada beautifully cast with fine detail, especially to the body and wings. Bamboo is a symbol of resilience and a symbol of Summer, when part of the Four Gentlemen, or a symbol of the New Year when part of the Three Friends of Winter. Cicada are beloved insects in Japan. Associated with resurrection and rebirth, they are symbols of longevity and immortality. Kakehana are hanging wall vases for use in Japanese flower arranging, ikebana. Usually crafted of bamboo or pottery, bronze ones are rare. The bronze of a deep chocolate brown with attractive red copper undertones. A small indentation to the back for hanging. Also with an etched collection number to the base.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 2.13 in (5.42 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In overall very good condition for age. Some light surface scratches, mostly to the back. Areas of darker patina around the relief work.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894742216042

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