Width: 18cms
Height: 60cms
Depth: 18cms
Date: Circa 1880
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Product Code: KPME155
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From our collection of antique Japanese metalwork from the Meiji-era (1868-1912) this imposing pair of Bronze and multi-metal vases measuring 60cm in height.
The main scene depicted across both vases is that of Tadatsune slaying the Giant Boar. The legend took place during the Grand Hunting event “Fuji no Makigari” which was hosted by Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo at the foot of Mount Fuji. In fact, the giant Mountain, known in Japan as “The never-dying Mountain” can be seen in the background as Tadatsune sits atop the giant beast. Two other fallen warriors lie underneath. They are surrounded by rugged hillside and Silver Pine trees with an unusual snakeskin-like bark.
On the second vase a nobleman on horse-back sits on horseback under the shade of a parasol held by a loyal attendant. Other warriors look on (across to the first vase) as Tadatsune looks to make the kill.
The reverse of each vase much more serene with pigeons and Sparrows feeding underneath the boughs of a tree laden with flowering Peonies.
To the neck of each vase, elaborate and stylised pairs of Phoenix birds sit under a decorative belt inlaid with Gold, Silver and Shakudo. The ears of the vases are stylised Baku and there is further impressive inlaid work at the bottom of each vase.
Offered in good condition as shown in the photographs. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for further information, additional images or to arrange a viewing, (virtual or in person.)
Click on the video below to see a slide-show of photographs of this wonderful piece:
Baku
The baku is a mythical Japanese chimeric creature which loosely resembles an elephant, it is said they eat nightmares and protect from pestilence and evil.
Phoenix
The phoenix is a powerful symbol in Japan, used to represent the Empress. When used to decorate an object or house it symbolises the loyalty and honesty of the people that live there, traditionally a phoenix only stays when a ruler is without corruption.
Dove
In Japan the dove is the familiar of Hachiman, the deity of archery and war. He is present in Shinto and Buddhist beliefs.
The dove signifies that after war peace would come. Fantail doves are a popular breed of fancy pigeon with more tail feathers than other breeds, creating a large fan shape. They are thought to have originated in Asia, possibly Japan.
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