A LARGE BRONZE TIGER By Seiko, Meiji period

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A LARGE BRONZE TIGER By Seiko, Meiji period The striding tiger with ferocious expression and its tail outstretched, the bronze with a warm reddish patina, signed Seiko saku to the underside. 87cm (34 1/4in) long. Footnotes: Please note this Lot is to be sold at No Reserve. 本拍品不設底價明治時代銅虎置物「清光作」款 For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A LARGE BRONZE TIGER By Seiko, Meiji period

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