A charming, late 19th Century Japanese Mitsuro Hikime Bronze vase depicting a bundle of Rice grass

Object Description

From our collection of Japanese, late 19th Century (Meiji-era) fine art and antiques, this charming Bronze pear-shaped vase depicting a bundle of rice grass. The artist has used the Mitsuro Hikime (lost wax) technique to produce crisp lines to replicate the organic nature of the blades of grass. A family of small birds are feasting on the harvest.

Object Condition

Offered in very good condition as indicated in the photographs, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like any further information or images or if you would like to arrange a viewing.

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