Okimono - Bronze Sculpture Of A Monkey By Masatsune, Japan Meiji Era

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Object description :

"Okimono - Bronze Sculpture Of A Monkey By Masatsune, Japan Meiji Era"

Bronze okimono with multiple patinas representing a seated monkey examining the monkey-shaped netsuke of his inro, which seems to intrigue him greatly.
Sought-after humorous subject, a similar model appears in the book "The golden age of Japanese okimono" by Laura Bordignon, page 246-247.
Signed "Masatsune saku" on the underside, meaning made by Masatsune.
Japan, late 19th century.

Price: 7 200 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bronze
Width: 18 cm
Height: 15,5 cm
Depth: 12 cm

Reference: 1436347