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Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi
Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi

Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis by Myochin Hiroyoshi

$ 396

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Condition: VERY GOOD CONDITION
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Primary Material: Bronze
  • Color: Brown
  • Maker: Myochin Hiroyoshi

    Description

    Japanese Bronze Jizai Okimono Articulated Praying Mantis Myochin Hiroyoshi. Meiji Period Jizai of a mantis with fully articulated parts, signed Myochin Hiroyoshi, Jizai literally means "moving freely object" articulated animals with movable bodies, legs and antennas.
    They were first made during the Edo period (1615-1868) by armorers who crafted samurai armour, sword guards and equestrian equipment some say to advertise the craftsman's skill. When the wearing of the swords was prohibited in 1876 the metal smiths and armorers lost their jobs, and started to produce them for the Western collectors during the Meiji era. This wonderful example measures approx. 6 inches long, 2 ½ inches wide, it obviously varies in its dimensions as to its pose. A hard to find item in fine condition. Pictures are part of description and are a very accurate representation. See my other auctions now for a variety of Antiques, Collectables and Treasures. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: Full Payment to be made within 2 Days of the auction close. Buyer pays USPS Mail shipping costs as calculated by Ebay on the Ebay Invoice. We will Insure items at our expense. International Buyers, Please Note: " Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.