Japanese Bronze Usubata

Highly decorated four section Japanese Bronze Usubata.

Top flower holder section is etched on the inside with birds, and has 2 bands around the outside edge of different designs. 13 inches in diameter.

Section 2 has two scenes with birds and foliage.

Section 3 is an extension of the base with applied designs and has 2 bands of different designs.

Section 4 is the bottom base with 4 bands of different designs and an etched dragon on top of that section. On top of that are four stylized lion heads, making up the stand legs.

19th century                                    31 1/2 inches high                                                        

$1800.00