Usubata Meiji

A Magnificent Japanese Masterpiece

Late Meiji Period (1868-1912)

A superb copper bronze Usubata used for Ikebana and associated with the Tea Ceremony, dating to late Meiji Period.
The top section bordered on the outside with scrolling above a band of rolling waves.
The body having a lobed cartouche on opposite sides.
Cast in high relief, Ashikaga Takauji Shogun seated under a branching pine playing the sho.
The reverse a luxuriant pine branch under a full moon. Stylised dragon handles. The stand with three feet, decorated with chrysanthemum buds and leafage.

The last image is for reference only of a samurai playing a Sho.

Signed: Murakami Hikoshiro made this.

Condition: Excellent. No damage. No repairs.

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Dimensions are maximum measurements

Height About 36cm
Width About 24cm
Weight About 5.2 kg

A$3300