Antique JAPANESE MIXED METALS Cup - Centipede, Frog, Fish / small (5D52)

Description

Wonderful antique Japanese small darkened metal pot with applied mixed metals depicting various creatures and fauna (large Leaves, Flower with incised details and vines), dating to the 19th Century.
The cupped shaped pot is ribbed and resembles a gourd. Inside there looks to be a band of dried ink inside to suggest it was once an Ink Pot, Brush Pot, Inkwell. Though there is no evidence it ever was lidded.
Applied vines, aquatic life such as a frog, fish and centipede decorate the exterior. One applied piece appeared missing (tiny drilled hole). The Vines and leaves moves when touched.
The small darkened Bowl, probably Bronze or Shakudo has a textured surface. The interior is a lighter color and as mentioned has what appears to be a band of dried dark ink.
It is a most unusual piece. It’s small but with a big presence. The decorative motifs are compact and organic in form. Is absolutely stunning. Beautifully made and in very good condition. Very minor age related wear and as noted missing one applied detail.
Including the applied vines the piece measures approximately 2 3/4” wide (at its widest points) x approximately 2 3/4” high (at its widest points).
This wonderful small antique Japanese Cup / small Bowl has significant heft and shows well in the photographs. In person it’s just an outstanding piece of great physical beauty and intrigue.
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