A PAIR OF PARCEL-GILT BRONZE ‘MANDARIN DUCK’ BYOBU UKE (SCREEN HOLDERS), MEIJI PERIOD
拍卖行: Galerie Zacke
专场: 经典艺术:藏家慧眼——约根·伊卢姆·鲁本收藏亚洲艺术与古董
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A PAIR OF PARCEL-GILT BRONZE ‘MANDARIN DUCK’ BYOBU UKE (SCREEN HOLDERS), MEIJI PERIOD This lot is from a single owner collection and is therefore offered without reserve Japan, 1868-1912. Each heavily cast with flared wings framing the aperture for holding a byobu (folding screen), the body incised with plumage, circular eyes, and pointed beak, and the coppery-brown body applied with gilt patches. Important Note: For essential information on the Jorgen Ruben Gallery Ledger and provenance documentation please visit here: www.zacke.at/rubencollection_ledger Dimensions: Length 11.3 cm (each) Mandarin ducks (oshidori), known for always swimming in pairs, symbolize deep conjugal affection, attachment, and fidelity.
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