Bronze mouse and snail paperweight

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Jannie Groenewald, Oct 18, 2024.

  1. Jannie Groenewald

    Jannie Groenewald Well-Known Member

    20241018_174423.jpg 20241018_174448.jpg 20241018_173831.jpg Good Evening
    I found this in a charity shop today. It's a very well made bronze mouse and I think I can see signs of gold gilding on some parts.
    I have looked for marks but all I could see is maybe TS below tip of the tail.
    Anyone recognize this bronze?
    Groete.
    Jannie
     
    Jannie Groenewald, Oct 18, 2024
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  2. Boland

    Boland Well-Known Member

    Nice little find. I really like. Looks to have some age. Hopefully other more knowledgeable members can be more helpful.
     
    Boland, Oct 18, 2024
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  3. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    The Chinese are masters of reproducing their own or Japan's antiquities & making them look like antiquities. I would be very cautious about drawing conclusions. I like the design though.
     
    Bronwen, Oct 18, 2024
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  4. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    I would guess vintage at least. I like it!

    Can you post photo of the initials, or did I miss it above?
     
    Lucille.b, Oct 18, 2024
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  5. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    On the rat's rump.

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    Bronwen, Oct 18, 2024
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