A FINE HIRADO PORCELAIN OKIMONO OF A SHISHI
A FINE HIRADO PORCELAIN OKIMONO OF A SHISHI
Japan, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Finely modeled as a muscular, ferociously snarling shishi, the face and rows of teeth well-detailed, its two front paws dynamically resting on a large openworked brocade ball. The bushy tail, curling mane, tufts of hair, and brocade ball are glazed a deep blue.
HEIGHT 10.1 cm
Condition: Excellent condition, minor firing flaws.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Auction comparison:
For a group of two Shishi executed in a similar manner and from the same kilns, see Bonhams, Fine Japanese and Korean Art, 12 September 2018, New York, lot 1261 (sold for 3,500 USD).
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A FINE HIRADO PORCELAIN OKIMONO OF A SHISHI
Japan, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Finely modeled as a muscular, ferociously snarling shishi, the face and rows of teeth well-detailed, its two front paws dynamically resting on a large openworked brocade ball. The bushy tail, curling mane, tufts of hair, and brocade ball are glazed a deep blue.
HEIGHT 10.1 cm
Condition: Excellent condition, minor firing flaws.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Auction comparison:
For a group of two Shishi executed in a similar manner and from the same kilns, see Bonhams, Fine Japanese and Korean Art, 12 September 2018, New York, lot 1261 (sold for 3,500 USD).
