Set consisting of a pair of okimono candleholders and an incense burner made of copper alloy, Japan, Edo period (1603–1868) The okimono depict a pair of baku transformed into candleholders. The candle holder is mounted on a branch adorned with a bird, one of which is missing. The incense burner is shaped like a bird whose wings serve as a lid. It is perched on a rocky mound. Height of the larger piece: 19 cm Repairs to the bird’s legs.
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Estimate
€200 - €300
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32%
Set consisting of a pair of okimono candleholders and an incense burner made of copper alloy, Japan, Edo period (1603–1868)
The okimono depict a pair of baku transformed into candleholders. The candle holder is mounted on a branch adorned with a bird, one of which is missing. The incense burner is shaped like a bird whose wings serve as a lid. It is perched on a rocky mound.
Height of the larger piece: 19 cm
Repairs to the bird’s legs.
Sale
Tuesday 10 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris