Object Description
From our collection of fine, antique Japanese metalware, this large (62cm in height) Bronze Okimono of Gama Sennin. Made in the style of the Miyao Company of Yokohoma, this figure stands in the blowing wind, a root-wood staff in one hand and with his other hand, he holds aloft a Toad. The amphibian seems unbothered by this with one leg, nonchalantly hanging down. Two further Toads climb up his legs and there are more on his chest, all seemingly keen to take their turn. His robes decorated with stylised Phoenix Mon and with a double Gourd drinking vessel at his waist.
The figure stands on a simple carved-wood base.