Japanese Works of Art - 17th May 2022
Lot 213
A SMALL JAPANESE BRONZE VASE
Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £150
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Description
A SMALL JAPANESE BRONZE VASE
MEIJI PERIOD, 19TH CENTURY
The cylindrical body modelled as a trunk with leafy tendrils to the side, a small squirrel clinging onto the vine whilst holding a small gilt chestnut in its mouth, raised on a modern plexiglass stand, 11.8cm. (2)
Provenance: from the collection of the late Michael Sherrard QC CBE (1928-2012), acquired prior to 2000.