Lot 215 , A Japanese Meiji period bronze figure of tigers attacking an elephant, signed, on carved wood base Height including base 21.5cm

A Japanese Meiji period bronze figure of tigers attacking an elephant, signed, on carved wood base Height including base 21.5cm
Estimate £150-250

The tiger on the floor is missing his front left fang, there are a few areas of discolouration and light pitting, including to the elephant's right ear. There are also a few light surface scratches and typical minor flaws in the manufacture


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Sold for £420