Okimono (1) - Bronze - Very fine okimono of a boy riding an ox - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

Here is the beautiful okimono of a boy riding an ox and playing a flute. The traditional symbolism of the okimono is taken from the famous Buddhist story of the ten bulls, which illustrates the ten stages of a practitioner's progression towards the purification of the mind and enlightenment. In the story, the wild ox symbolizes the inferior nature that the boy must capture and subdue. The boy now sits upon the calm ox. The struggle is over. Measurements: 33 x 14 x 23,5 cm Weight: 4,4 kg Very good condition, there could be signs of age and wear from normal use, marks, stains, scratches, please, see pictures for actual condition. Registered shipping with tracking number, well packed for safe and fast delivering!