Japanese bronze OKIMONO RAM by MASAHIKO KATORI Cultural Property
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Japanese bronze okimono (also can be used as scroll weight) of a resting ram by the metal artist Masahiko Katori (1899-1988), who was recognized in 1977 as a holder of Intangible Cultural Property - the term refers exclusively to human skills possessed by individuals which are indispensable to produce Cultural Properties. The artist graduated from the Department of Casting, Tokyo School of Fine Arts in 1925, submitted a flower vase with strawberries and scrolling arabesque design to the 1925 Paris World Exposition ('Art Deco Expo') and won a bronze medal. His work is exhibited in the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo. Excellent sculptural rendition of the animal capturing its essence, beautiful brown patina. Signed MASAHIKO on the bottom, in superb condition, pleasantly heavy (weighs 1 pound 11 ounces). Comes with original kiriwood tomobako (storage box) marked with a character HITSUJI (sheep). Bronze length 5 3/8 inches.
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Reserve: $450.00
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Please note that any items won in this auction will not ship until after March 31st 2023
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Japanese bronze OKIMONO RAM by MASAHIKO KATORI Cultural Property
Estimate $500 - $575
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