Japanese Bronze Vase Yoshino Takeji - ca

Japanese Bronze Vase Yoshino Takeji,Showa period Temoku style - Japan - ca 1950 A very nice and very good conditioned bronze vase With temoku style patination, of round form, base with makers mark. Black wax on the inside. Dimensions (approx): height 25 cm, diameter 28 cm. Weight 5,5 kgs ! Yoshino Takeji,Showa period Yoshino Takeji (1920-) was born in Takaoka, Japan. He learned the basic techniques of casting from his father Takejiro at an early age. Takeji is the fourth generation metal maker of the Yoshino family, which had been employed in the metal making craft since around 1800. Takeji started his metal works when he graduated from Toyama Industrial Art School in 1938. Rather than use modern manufacturing methods he maintained traditional bronze making techniques. Examples of Takeji's work are held in the Imperial Household at the Akasaka Palace, Tokyo. In 1975 he received official recognition from the Japanese government for his continuation of traditional metal making techniques. In 1989 Takeji was bestowed the 7th Blue Medal of Honour from the Japanese government. Overall Condition : In good used condition. Some small scratches. Photgraphed from all sides. Please check images carfully !! Will be very carefully packed. Shipping costs include packing. May ship to a pickup point if possible to avoid loss.

Stima:€600

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