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A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, …
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A remarkable Edo Period (1603-1868) Japanese patinated bronze Buddhistic lion censer, exceptionally executed sculptural shishi foo dog form, finely detailed, retaining the original removable cover back plate that allows burning incense to be placed inside the body cavity so smoke billows from the lions open mouth, two character signature incised to underside. 17th/18th century
Dimensions: (approx)
7" High, 8.5" Wide, 5.5" Deep
Provenance / Acquisition:
Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. Fine & Decorative Arts Showcase Auction catalog #13171
Presents well, beautifully aged warm rich reddish brown patina, outstanding coloring.
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- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 5.5ʺD × 7ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Presents well, beautifully aged warm rich reddish brown patina, outstanding coloring. Presents well, beautifully aged warm rich reddish brown patina, outstanding coloring. less
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