Fine JAPANESE MEIJI-ERA Gilt Bronze Brush Pot Ink Well Bird & Insects c. 1890

Fine JAPANESE MEIJI-ERA Gilt Bronze Brush Pot Ink Well w/ Bird c. Our specialties are original period collectibles, with a focus on the French Empire, Art Deco, and Art Nouveau styles. Our paintings and sculptures range from the 17th C. To the modern era, and inspection of our merchandise is FREE in our Roger's Park (Chicago) private gallery. Up for your consideration is a gorgeous late 19th C.

Meiji-era Japanese double inkwell, featuring a bird on twigs, c. Additionally, there is a beetle and a grasshopper. The piece is beautifully cast, and is made of solid bronze with a gold and red finish.

This piece may have been used for painting, with a brush being used in each well. The piece is hand-engraved to add additional detail. The piece measures 5" tall, 12" wide, and 5 deep.

Overall, the piece is in excellent condition, free of concerns. The patina is original, and shows light wear, but nothing significant or distracting. There are no dents, dings, or restorations.

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