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Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Censor Water Pot Crane Waves Foo Dog Bamboo Patina

$ 102.96

Availability: 74 in stock
  • Color: Brown
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Primary Material: Bronze
  • Featured Refinements: Meiji Pot

    Description

    Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Censor
    Multiple Delicately Scribed Cranes decorate the outside of the pot, waves surrounding their feet
    “Also referred to as the “bird of happiness,” the crane is believed to carry souls to paradise on its wings. Waves were regarded as symbols of gods of the seas in Japanese culture. The churning and flowing wave pattern represents strength” Wiki
    The interior has a very artfully engraved Foo Dog surrounded by Bamboo
    The patina is a wonderful chocolate brown color
    Approx 8” high
    There is a small hole near the base that previously had a very early lamp wire. It is tiny and unseen unless turned over
    It can be wired, plugged or left open as a drain if used as a Jardiniere
    This Meiji period pot has all the bells and whistles
    Foo dog, bamboo , cranes , waves ..
    prosperity, protection, and longevity
    This may have been used as a censor or a water pot
    This vintage vessel would make a lovely vase or jardiniere
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