Japanese Bronze Mark Identification Help

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by MrD, May 8, 2024.

  1. MrD

    MrD Member

    Hi All, just picked up a Japanese antique bronze censer, not sure on the age, can anyone tell by the mark below. Thanks.
     

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  2. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    could we see the whole item?
     
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  3. MrD

    MrD Member

    Hi Komokwa, sorry I should have attached a photo, now below but not a great picture will try to take some in daylight. Thanks.
     

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  4. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    I'm not sure that's a censer....but......I can't say what it is...;):confused::confused::confused:
     
  5. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Bronze Usubata

    seems like what you have..........imo
     
  7. Aquitaine

    Aquitaine Is What It IS! But NEVER BORED!

    But here's the mark full size......NOT sure how much it helps though!

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  8. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    for some reason it looks really beat up ..!
     
  9. MrD

    MrD Member

    Hi Komokwa, I think you have certainly got it, a Meiji Usubata, I had never heard of a Usubsta, I don’t know why the seal is beaten up doesn’t fit with wear. Thanks for your help.
     
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  10. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    My pleasure............ ;):woot::woot:

    did I mention how nice yours is !!:playful::playful:
     
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