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THE FALL EXCEPTIONELLE SALE DAY 2

Lot 789:

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Monumental Japanese Meiji Bronze Eagle on Tree Stump Base

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Start price: $4,000

Estimated price: $6,000 - $12,000

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Description

Keywords: Japanese Bronze, Meiji Period, Eagle Sculpture, Taka, Bronze Bird, Okimono, Japanese Export Art, Naturalistic, Tree Stump Base, Wildlife Sculpture, Fine Chasing, Brown Patina, Decorative Arts

Summary:
Extroadinary Japanese, Meiji period, late 19th to early 20th century. This highly detailed Monumental bronze sculpture is almost four feet in height and depicts an eagle descending onto a naturalistic bronze tree stump, its wings are dramatically outstretched with finely sculpted bronze work and fine feather detailing. The wings are removable for transport and fit into sockets concealed within the shoulders. The eagle itself, can also be removed from the support structure.
Measurement: 44 1/2 x 37 x 20 in. (113 x 94 x 50.8 cm.) approx

Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.

All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.

Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.

Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.
Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions.  Accordingly, works are sold as  ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.