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Japanese Gold Gilt Bronze Owl, Fine Details

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Japan, a fine big plump and old hand cast winged creature masterfully crafted in bronze into a realistic two part owl with fine wing, head, eye, ear, and feet details.  Gold gilt finish. Notice the especially fine head and hair details. Dimensions: 5 inches tall and 4 inches diameter, two parts. Signature on display plaque and box. Provenance: Private Otsu collection The Japanese name for owl is Fukuro which can be written with a meaning of Luck to come and the other as protection from hardship kurou suffering/hardship). Owls have become lucky symbols in Japanese culture- and seen in gardens and homes. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our works of art come with our Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289235397372
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