Bronze Dish Japan Meiji Period (1868-1912) Chidori Decoration - Signed Tadatsugu - Diam 37 Cm

This solid bronze ceremonial dish signed Tadatsugu (忠美) features a poetic naturalistic scene, typical of late 19th-century Japanese silverware

The composition features Chidori (shorebirds) moving dynamically around pine branches (Matsu) with finely chased needles and other remarkable details.High relief: the sculptural work offers striking depth, particularly in the birds' plumage and the structure of the traditional roof

Numerous inlays of silver (white metals) highlight the details of the birds and decor, creating luminous contrasts against the brown patina of the bronze

The end tile of the roof is adorned with the Mitsudomoe symbol, an ancestral motif often associated with the patron god Hachiman, this iconographic detail reinforcing the noble and sacred character of the building represented

The spider (Master's detail): in the lower left-hand corner under the eaves, a small spider is depicted with extreme finesse at the end of its thread. This symbol of patience and good fortune in Japanese culture is the signature of high-quality workshop work, strongly reminiscent of Atelier Nogawa's productions through the meticulousness of its chasing and the realism of its details, characteristic of the best Kyoto or Tokyo workshops of the late 19th century

With a weight of 3.7 kg and a diameter of 37 cm, this piece has the density and casting quality typical of the prestige pieces of the periodVery fine condition, with authentic antique patina

The piece is ready to install, thanks to a sturdy hook on the top reverse for secure wall mounting