24th May, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
511
Model bronze elephant and two tigers
Japanese, Meiji period
the figure with his head raised in anger, having one tiger under his left foot and the other on his back, signed, 38cm long x 37.5cm high
Sold for £220
Estimated at £250 - £350
Model bronze elephant and two tigers
Japanese, Meiji period
the figure with his head raised in anger, having one tiger under his left foot and the other on his back, signed, 38cm long x 37.5cm high
The tusks have been removed. Some verdigris, marks and wear to the surfaces.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 24th May, 2023
