Japanese Bronze Okimono Frog on Lotus Leaf Sculpture, Circa 1920

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A finely detailed Japanese bronze okimono sculpture depicting a frog perched on a lotus leaf, with a coiled stem-form base … Read more A finely detailed Japanese bronze okimono sculpture depicting a frog perched on a lotus leaf, with a coiled stem-form base beneath. Compact but substantial, the piece has strong decorative presence, with a richly aged dark brown patina, textured surface, and sculptural movement from every angle.

The frog and lotus motif gives the piece quiet symbolism and visual charm, while the bronze surface and early 20th-century character make it an appealing accent for a collected bookshelf, cabinet of curiosities, desk, library, or curated tabletop display.

Unmarked and unsigned. Based on comparable examples, this form is commonly described as a Japanese bronze okimono, circa 1920. See less