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A BRONZE KORO (INCENSE BURNER)
IN THE FORM OF AN EAGLE
Meiji era (1868-1912),
late 19th/early 20th century
Constructed in five separate detachable
sections, the eagle perched on a leaf-clad
trunk with its head lowered and wings
outspread as it prepares to take flight, a
section of plumage on its back pierced and
removable forming the cover; unsigned.
72cm (28 3/5in) high,
the wing span 112cm (44 1/8in) wide. (5).

£1,500 - 1,800
JPY210,000 - 250,000
US$1,900 - 2,200

379
A BRONZE OKIMONO OF AN EBI
(SPINY LOBSTER)
Meiji era (1868-1912),
late 19th/early 20th century
Naturalistically rendered, the legs, antennae,
tail and eyes fully articulated and with copper
patination, unsigned.
43.8cm (17¼in).

£2,000 - 2,500
JPY280,000 - 340,000
US$2,500 - 3,100

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