{"product_id":"antique-japanese-falcon-bronze-sculpture","title":"Antique Japanese Falcon on Tree Stump Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"1029\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique Japanese Falcon on Tree Stump Bronze Sculpture\u003cbr data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast bronze with silvered falcon\u003cbr data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"757\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meiji–Taishō period (late 19th–early 20th century)\u003cbr data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overall height approx. 22 cm; falcon approx. 17 cm (head to tail)\u003cbr data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition with age-related wear, oxidation, and surface patina consistent with age.\u003cbr data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsigned\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003ePerched alertly atop a weathered tree stump, this finely cast falcon combines naturalistic observation with the decorative sensibility characteristic of late Meiji metalwork. The bird itself is finished in a contrasting silver tone, emphasizing the careful engraving of individual feathers, while the darker base evokes aged bark and twisting woodland growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eThe stump is not merely a support. It is sculpted as part of the composition, complete with plum blossoms emerging from the trunk, creating a seasonal contrast between the vigilant bird of prey and one of Japan's most enduring symbols of renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003eThe piece functions equally well as sculpture or as an ornamental vessel. The hollow tree stump can hold a small arrangement of dried branches or flowers, though it is equally compelling displayed purely as a sculptural object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eRather than dramatic movement, the sculptor captures a moment of quiet concentration—the falcon scanning the landscape before taking flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eJapanese bronze, falcon sculpture, hawk, Meiji metalwork, silvered bronze, wildlife sculpture, antique Japanese art, decorative bronze, bird sculpture, Japanese antiques, plum blossom, sculptural vessel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sosaku Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48014253457573,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/4258\/2949\/files\/antique-japanese-falcon-bronze-sculpture-meijii.jpg?v=1784185107","url":"https:\/\/sosakucollection.com\/products\/antique-japanese-falcon-bronze-sculpture","provider":"Sosaku Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}