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Japanese bronze of a rooster with a great work of gold and chocolate patina

About the Item

Okimono bronze sculpture of a reclining rooster. In the Kojiki (lit. “Records of Ancient Matters”), a collection of myths about the origins of Japan, the rooster manages to lure the solar deity Amaterasu out of her cave by using his song and a magic mirror. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912) Width: 3.1 in (8 cm) – depth: 7.9 in (20 cm) – height: 4.3 in (11.8 cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.65 in (11.8 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1868-1912
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2023-11261stDibs: LU8311242617022

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