Bronze Nio Guardian Figures, Early Meiji Period, Japan

Date: ca. 1850 Height: Each, 7 1/4" Price: $2,400 for the pair. Description: A very fine pair of signed bronze Nio guardian figures from early Meiji period Japan. The Nio's fierce and threatening appearance is said to ward off evil spirits; one figure stands with his mouth open, signifying the beginning of life the other with his mouth closed, signifying the end. In excellent condition with some wear on each base. Click here for more pictures.

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