JAPAN 1890 Meiji Carved Sculpture of a Dressed Monk With a Rake

A Japanese carved sculpture of a monk.

An outstanding antique tall sculpture, created in Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890. The carving depicts the figure of a Japanese standing and dressed monk, with an eight-toothed rake. Most probably the image of the monk named Jokei.

The carving is magnificent, extremely well detailed and proportionate showing the monk with outstanding attires. The magnificent level of detail achieved is shown in all parts of this sculpture, such as her hands, her sandals, and his meditative facial expression. The figure is stained with ochre, brownish and white tints.

The Meiji Period

This is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868, to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keio era and was succeeded by the Taishō era, upon the accession of Emperor Taishō.

Weight: 2,722 Grams, (6 Pounds), (2.722 Kilos).

Measurements: 343 mm by 104 mm by 92 mm (13.50 x 4.09 x 3.62 Inches).

Signature: Inlaid at the base with an oval red lacquer cartouche bearing the artist's mark and engraved with a maple leaf.

Note: This piece is over 100 years old, and we can provide complete provenance.

Condition: The overall condition of this sculpture is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, all parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D051224ANNM/.9845