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Lot 390: A Japanese Bronze Figure of a Seated Mythical...

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This auction ended on 17 September 2025.

Start price: £100

Estimated price: £150 - £200

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A Japanese Bronze Figure of a Seated Mythical Beast, Signed.
Cast in bronze, the figure depicts a mythical beast. The beast is shown seated with a scaled body, clawed feet, and a prominent mane of swirling curls framing its fierce expression. The face is defined by bulging eyes, flared nostrils, curling whiskers, and a pair of upright horns. The underside bears a four-character mark in relief, possibly indicating the period or origin of the piece.
H: Approximately 7cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London collector.