Page 44 - Fine Japanese Art October 28, 2020 Galerie Zacke

28 | MASAYUKI:
A BRONZE
OKIMONO
OF DARUMA

By Masayuki, signed Masayuki
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)

The patriarch of Zen
Buddhism depicted here with
characteristic attributes such
as the cowl over his head, hoop
earrings, and a hossu (fly-whisk)
in his hand. His long flowing
garment opens at the chest,
showing finely incised chest
hair. His expression is quite
stern, with piercing eyes, bushy
eyebrows and a full beard.
Signed MASAYUKI on the back.
HEIGHT 20 cm
WEIGHT 4,126 g
Condition: Very good condition
with minor expected surface
wear and few small nicks and
scratches here and there.
Some remains of gilt.
Provenance: French private
collection.
Estimate EUR 1,500
Starting price EUR 750

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