This large-scale Japanese bronze tiger from the Meiji period (circa 1875-1890) exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of Japanese artisans. The sculpture, standing 28 cm tall, captures the power and grace of the tiger with remarkable anatomical detail and a lifelike pose.
Shown together with another bronze of a tiger fighting a bear for scale
Asia, Japan, circa 1875 - 1890
Height: 28 cms (11.8 ins)
Width: 49 cms (19.3 ins)
Depth: 30 cms (11.8 ins)
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