Japanese Copper Bronze Mantis & Grapes Pot & Cover

A Magnificent Japanese Masterpiece. 1953

The vintage copper bronze body appearing to be made from Ajiro - woven and split bamboo. The metal handles on either side that look like thin bamboo looped and tied.

Trailing leafy grape vines, hanging bunches of grapes, luxuriant meandering creepers.
A praying mantis its raptorial legs raised, near a partially eaten leaf.
The cover, an alert bushy tailed squirrel eating one of the grapes.
The stand, tied sections each of 3 varying lengths of bamboo.

A stunning example of lost wax casting with spectacular details and realism.

Seal mark on base. Kosai - 1953

Condition: Excellent. No damage. No repairs.

Refer Large Images for details, quality and condition, they also form the description.

Depending on your computer monitor / phone / etc colour may vary to actual.

Dimensions are maximum measurements

Height About 24cm (including stand 4cm high)
Width About 20.5cm
Weight About 3.4 kg

A$4500

In Japanese the Praying Mantis is called Kamakiri.
In Japanese folklore, the Praying Mantis is associated with the samurai, symbolizing the warrior’s strength, courage, and readiness for battle. One legend tells of a samurai who, after watching a Praying Mantis defeat a much larger opponent, was inspired to adopt the insect’s fighting stance and techniques. The Praying Mantis became a symbol of the samurai’s determination and ability to overcome challenges, no matter the odds.