Japanese Bronze Vase Handle, Edo Period, 18th Century, Butterfly, Ageha-no-cho, Usubata

Removable side handle from an antique Japanese bronze vase, depicting an Ageha-no-chō butterfly, an emblem associated with the Taira clan.


This is an original element from an Usubata-type Japanese vase, used for traditional Rikka floral arrangements.


This handle is virtually identical to those found on vases in public collections, notably a museum example in Paris (Musée Cernuschi – City of Paris) (see last photo).


• Material: Antique bronze with a natural dark patina
• Estimated period: Late Edo period (18th – early 19th century)
• Decoration: Finely chiseled stylized butterfly
• Attachment: Original hollow block designed for a through pin


Length: 11 cm
Width: 4.8 cm
Height: 8.5 cm
Weight: 290 g


Beautiful, even antique patina. Please note: one lower leg is missing (an old break is visible), but this does not affect the legibility or the front view.


A rare item, sold separately (orphan piece), ideal for a collector of Japanese art, an enthusiast of antique bronzes, or a cabinet of curiosities.


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