A charming and lifelike Bronze Okimono of a toad

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Object Description

This charming Bronze Okimono of a toad with gilt eyes stands on a gnarled wooden base.

Object History

Toad

Toads appear in many popular Japanese folk tales such as Jiraiya, a ninja who used shape-shifting magic to transform into a giant toad.
They are also a symbol of Gama Sennin which translates as ‘Toad Immortal’ is almost always seen with at least one toad. He is based on the 10th century Chinese alchemist, Liu Hai, who learned the secrets of immortality from a great three legged toad. He is a master of healing and herbs and has the ability to transform into a toad as well as fly, and release his spirit from his body.

Object Condition

Excellent

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:15 x H:10 centimeters
  • period
  • country
  • year
    c1880

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7 Pierrepont Row
(Off Camden Passage)
London
N1 8EE

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