Large Japanese Bronze Incense Burner
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Description
Signature reads Yagenbori Tomita. This bronze has a hare that appears to be running across water as the design and is based on the Japanese tale of the "Hare of Inaba". In this folktale, a hare tricks some sharks into being used as a land bridge in order to travel from the Island of Oki.
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More Information
Origin: Japan Period: 19th Century Condition: Good. Styles / Movements: Asian, Traditional Dealer Reference #: NA1811 Incollect Reference #: 762276 -
Dimensions
W. 15 in; H. 12 in; D. 9.5 in; W. 38.1 cm; H. 30.48 cm; D. 24.13 cm;
Message from Seller:
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