Gilt Bronze Figure by Miyao Eisuke of Yokohama the Lantern Hanger
Delivery Information
Signed Miyao Eisuke, in a gilt reserve.
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W-11 D-8 H-20 (cm)
Item Reference:
103060-1582-4Tip! This item's Ref-Code breaks down thus...
Item Ref Code: 103060-1582-4
Item No. 103060 - Dealer No. 1582 - Building No. 4
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Description
Gilt Bronze Figure by Miyao Eisuke of Yokohama the Lantern Hanger. Finely cast, as a man hanging lanterns for the festival of Obon. In his left hand carries a large lantern, adorned with three gilt characters, and a detachable hanging pole in his right hand. His kimono cast, engraved and gilded with carp that have transformed into dragons, flying through clouds.
Set upon a typical wooden stand, decorated in gilt with karakusa scroll.
The festival of Obon takes place in July or August, and traditionally involves families hanging lanterns to guide and welcome the souls of their returning ancestors.
From the Thomas Blake Glover house, presented to him by The Emperor.
Signed Miyao Eisuke, in a gilt reserve.
Set upon a typical wooden stand, decorated in gilt with karakusa scroll.
The festival of Obon takes place in July or August, and traditionally involves families hanging lanterns to guide and welcome the souls of their returning ancestors.
From the Thomas Blake Glover house, presented to him by The Emperor.
Signed Miyao Eisuke, in a gilt reserve.
Specifications
- Item Reference
- 103060-1582-4
- Dimensions
- Height: 20 cm
- Width: 11 cm
- Depth: 8 cm
- Period
- 18th Century & Earlier
- Material
- Bronze
- Era
- Oriental
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Condition
- Good Condition, Minor Age Wear
Delivery
- Free Collection from Hemswell, North Lincolnshire (we can store free of charge for four weeks)
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