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pair of bronze colored sculptures of two birds on a wooden basetwo bronze giraffes that are standing next to each otherpair of bronze birds on wooden bases on a white backgroundpair of bronze colored bird figurines sitting on top of a white surface
VALOIR POUSSE-CORNET Maison de ventes

Estimate €20 - €30
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Description
JAPAN. Red and gold lacquered wood. Two magnificent votive sculptures depicting ‘Tsuru’ cranes standing on the backs of tortoises. In Japanese tradition, the crane (Tsuru) is a symbol of longevity, happiness and fidelity, whilst the tortoise (Kame) represents longevity, wisdom and protection. The combination of the crane and the tortoise thus forms a particularly auspicious symbol, evoking a long and happy life, prosperity and good fortune. H. 40 cm and 41 cm. One has a chip
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About the sale AFRICA - ASIA
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Auction time 10/19/2026 at 9:00 AM
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