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Japanese Antique Bird Dish - Hard To Find

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From our recent Japanese acquisitions The first we have seen. A finch cautiously sits atop a tree while appearing ready to dip into this attached water vessel Japan, an attractive functional and attractive bird bath sculpture with a cautious finch sitting atop a garden bowl and tree trunk crafted in solid iron. Fine details. A beautiful work of art. Would make an eye appealing in doors or garden work of art. The original dark patina is indicative of its good age- and is just the way we like to find them. Found from a Japanese/ American tea garden. Fine original used garden condition with original patina appropriate to its age Heavy quality capable of handling inclement weather conditions. Dimensions: 8.5 inches tall to top of the finch's head and 5 inches wide. An unusual opportunity to own an attractive scarcer style authentic old garden work of art from old Japan. Quality: Good heavy craftsmanship by Japanese specialized artisans Only one. Provenance: Old American Japanese collection. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Taisho (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289236741602
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