Width: 22cms
Height: 30cms
Date: 1868 - 1912
£8,500
Product Code: KPOK28
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A sophisticated pair of Bronze statues depicting Mountain goats dating from the reign of Emperor Meiji and signed Maruki.
One with head lowered looking for food and the other surveying the surrounding area, presumably for potential predators.
Each measuring 22cms in length and 30cms at the highest point (off the wooden stand)
Condition: Excellent
Sigtned: Maruki
Tokyo School
Tokyo school refers to a style of Japanese art that became popular in the Meiji Period (1868-1912) when Japan was exporting a large amount of artworks to the West (Europe) The style is defined by it’s appearance and use of traditional western techniques, that moves away from the stylised Japanese artworks towards and more realistic European style depiction. In Japan this style (when referring to paintings) is called Yoga, meaning western style painting. There is an area in Tokyo called Yoga, which is probably where the more saleable name ‘Tokyo School’ Originates from.
Maruki
The Maruki company was active during the Meiji Period (1868-1912) in Japan, they stand out for the quality and weight of their okimono and are know for producing fine bronzes of animals.
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