Exquisite Pair Japanese Meiji Mixed Metal Bronze Oni Figures of Ashinaga Tenagu

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Exquisite pair of Japanese Meiji mixed metal bronze Oni figures from Japanese Mythology. Depicting Ashinaga and Tenagu - they formed a partnership to go fishing. The long-legged figure would carry the other one on his back into the water and the long-armed figure would catch the fish. Signed. Very fine quality. 12" high each.

 

Item Details

Reference #:
134282
Quantity
1
Category
Asian
SubCategory
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
19th Century
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
4.50 x 12.00 x 3.50
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Excellent
Material
Bronze