![Japanese Bronze Okimono Model of Cicada: Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze cicada sitting on bamboo. 4 in long, 1.75 in wide, 2 in high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684666_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718136165)
Meiji Bronze
![Japanese Bronze Okimono Model of Cicada: Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) bronze cicada sitting on bamboo. 4 in long, 1.75 in wide, 2 in high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684666_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718136165)
![Japanese Du Yun Bronze Miniature Teapot: Japanese Du Yun Bronze Miniature Dragon Teapot 2.5''x5''. Figural dragon handle with relief medallions. Signed on bottom. Excellent condition. 19th century, Meiji period.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1400/333494/180083494_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718395273)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD TETSUBIN AND COVER the bronze lid signed, upon original base. 3: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD TETSUBIN AND COVER the bronze lid signed, upon original base. 32 cm x 14 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451690_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE GOLD AND SILVER INLAID FIGURE decorated with motifs. 13.: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE GOLD AND SILVER INLAID FIGURE decorated with motifs. 13.5 cm high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451639_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A pair of Japanese bronze and metal inlaid vases, late meiji period,: A pair of Japanese bronze and metal inlaid vases, late meiji period, the tapering bodies decorated with birds amongst blossoms and peonies 34.5cm high](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/503/333108/179823356_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718267699)
![JAPON MEIJI Imposant pied de lampe en bronze à patine médaille et au décor de samouraï et frises: JAPON MEIJI Imposant pied de lampe en bronze à patine médaille et au décor de samouraï et frises japonisantes. La partie supérieure est composé d'un archer à l'assaut prêt à jeter un engin ex](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8168/333091/179820665_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718202609)
![A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE SCULPTURAL VASE: A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE SCULPTURAL VASE realistically modelled as a monkey climbing a tree, holding a snail, bearing three character plaque. (33.5cm high)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180085125_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CAST BRONZE VASE: A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CAST BRONZE VASE set with four high relief panels of birds amidst foliage within engraved borders - signed beneath and with carved wood stand (the vase 30.5cm high)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180085014_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![A PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD LIFE-SIZE PATINATED BRONZE RATS: A PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD LIFE-SIZE PATINATED BRONZE RATS both in slightly different poses holding a chestnut, signed to undersides. (2) (15.5cm long)](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180084960_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![A large Japanese champleve bronze group depicting Kannon on an elephant, Meiji, 19th C.: A large Japanese champleve bronze group depicting Kannon on an elephant, Meiji, 19th C. H 80 - L 58 cm](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6950/333012/179775352_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718129641)
![A FINE JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE AND MIXED METAL HANGING PLAQUE: A FINE JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE AND MIXED METAL HANGING PLAQUE relief decorated with figures and a tiger in a foliated landscape with a seated buddha on a dragon above - in moulded hardwood frame](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6817/333495/180085036_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718404111)
![c1880 Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Okimono Of Squirrel & Grapes: Bronze of a squirrel and grapes. No signature fouund. 3.75 in long, 2 in wide.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8350/325482/179684509_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718018776)
![A LARGE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE OKIMONO modelled as a bird standing upon a leaf. 2: A LARGE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE OKIMONO modelled as a bird standing upon a leaf. 29 cm x 18 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451695_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER AND COVER formed with mythical beasts and a recum: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER AND COVER formed with mythical beasts and a recumbent kyrin. 23cm x 21 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451213_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER AND COVER formed as a boat. 15 cm x 10 cm.: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER AND COVER formed as a boat. 15 cm x 10 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451381_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A BUDDHA modelled seated in robes. 7 cm x 5 cm: A 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A BUDDHA modelled seated in robes. 7 cm x 5 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451938_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A FINE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A GODDESS Takamura Koun (1852-1934), mode: A FINE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A GODDESS Takamura Koun (1852-1934), modelled holding a floral vine. 38 cm high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451616_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A BRONZE BALUSTER VASE WITH COVER AND STAND Japan, Meiji period. with opposed dragon handles and: A BRONZE BALUSTER VASE WITH COVER AND STAND Japan, Meiji period. with opposed dragon handles and featuring four relief panels of birds and flowers. Signed Tanaka ç”°ä¸ on the underside of t](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/533/332465/179306549_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717601045)
![Two Japanese copper and silver inlaid bronze vases, Meiji period, late 19th century: Two Japanese copper and silver inlaid bronze vases, Meiji period, late 19th centuryBronze. Die Wandung umlaufend mit teils graviertem, teils reliefiertem, kupfer- und silberfarben tauschiertem Dekor:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/482/332826/179706640_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718214620)
![Japan Meiji period Bronze mirror 42cm X 31CM: Japan Meiji period Bronze mirror 42cm X 31CM](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3209/331829/179012287_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717741860)
![Very Unusual Meiji Period Patinated Bronze Vase: Very Unusual Meiji Period (1868 - 1912) Japanese Patinated Bronze Vase. H 9.1/2" x D 4.3/4"](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5870/332992/179756519_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718238316)
![A LATE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER. 9 cm x 12 cm.: A LATE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE CENSER. 9 cm x 12 cm.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451557_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
![A LARGE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A BUDDHA modelled with one hand raised u: A LARGE 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD BRONZE FIGURE OF A BUDDHA modelled with one hand raised upon a lotus capped base. 29 cm high.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/3161/332662/179451124_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717770767)
News about Meiji Bronze
![Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/178027916_1_x.jpg)
Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery
PITTSBURGH — Concept Art Gallery enjoyed a sensational result in its June 8 sale. Estimated at $300-$600, a Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze bodhisattva hammered for $330,000 ($402,600 with buyer’s premium). Complete sale results are available at LiveAuctioneers. The buyer will be hoping they have bought one of the celebrated series of bronzes cast in the imperial […]
![Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/James-Cox-Gallery-June-9-Bill-Reid-cast-bronze.jpg)
Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch
Bill Reid, ‘Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole)’ Cast Bronze WILLOW, NY – Bill Reid (1920-1998) was a highly celebrated First Nations artist from the Haida tribe in British Columbia. In 1994, he created a limited edition cast bronze titled Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole) for exclusive distribution to the board members of the Tallix Foundry in Beacon, […]
![A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/169962396_1_x-1.jpg)
A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place
THOMASTON, Maine – ‘Correct in detail, material and quality of construction, down to brass hardware, stencilled cloth and monogrammed leather trim’, a miniature Louis Vuitton trunk hammered for $7,500 and sold for $9,375 at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. Only a handful of these diminutive luggage pieces are known, made at the time either as salesman […]
![Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Aux-at-Showplace-Jan-7-Dylan-Lewis-bronze.webp)
Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights
Dylan Lewis Bronze ‘Lioness Standing On Sloped Base, Maquette’, $12,500 NEW YORK – South African Dylan Lewis (b. 1964-) is widely regarded as a master sculptor of animals, with a particular focus on lions and tigers. He spends a large amount of his time in the wild observing, tracking and sketching animals, which he then […]