Large bronze water fountain, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) - Lot 367

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350 - 400 EUR
Large bronze water fountain, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) - Lot 367
Large bronze water fountain, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The globular tama-like body is flanked by two curved handles. The lid features a dragon in relief, coiling around the sacred jewel. A wide frieze with a kikko or tortoise-shell motif runs around the opening. At the bottom of the fountain, the spout is fitted with a tap carved in the round in the shape of a monkey. The whole is mounted on a stepped circular base with a Greek motif on the upper band. Height : 71 cm A detached dragon.
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