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A Japanese bronze vase with Ryū dragon in relief, signed Maruki Sei

$5,553.61
£4,103.15
€4,700VAT Included
CA$7,726.46
A$7,748.87
CHF 4,495.41
MX$94,603.56
NOK 52,069.55
SEK 53,289.68
DKK 35,839.68

About the Item

A Japanese bronze vase featuring a Ryū dragon in relief, depicted as it grasps the sacred Buddhist jewel (tama). Signed Maruki Sei in relief under the base, with a second engraved signature on the side. Period: Meiji, late 19th century Dimensions: 49 × 25 cm Weight: 7.8 kg Condition: Excellent condition
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Diameter: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Meiji late 19th century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162245730262

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