{"product_id":"japanese-hundred-boys-bronzed-metal-scholar-s-object-peach-form-sculpture","title":"Japanese “Hundred Boys” Bronzed Metal Scholar’s Object \/ Peach Form Sculpture","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eAn unusual and highly decorative Japanese-inspired solid cast metal scholar’s object, formed in the shape of a symbolic peach and richly detailed with traditional “Hundred Boys” scenes in deep relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eThe surface is intricately decorated with playful children, foliage, village architecture, and symbolic motifs associated with prosperity, longevity, and good fortune in East Asian art and folklore. A character cartouche to one side adds further decorative authenticity and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eUnlike a vase or vessel, this piece is completely solid and was intended purely as a decorative object or display sculpture, giving it an impressively weighty and tactile presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eFinished in a rich dark bronzed patina, the piece displays excellent relief detail throughout and works beautifully as a shelf piece, cabinet object, desk ornament, or part of a curated Japandi or Orientalist interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eLikely dating to the mid-20th century, produced in the traditional Japanese\/Chinese export decorative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eGood vintage condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use. Displays very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"36ctsy\" data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eApproximate Date\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003eMid 20th century, circa 1950s–1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15b8vzy\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eSolid cast bronzed metal \/ copper alloy with dark patinated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qmhe54\" data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"163hota\" data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eAsian art collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cugw4y\" data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eJapandi interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"srpkfq\" data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eScholar’s object displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kvc88f\" data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eCurio cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14gjrst\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eOriental decorative interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16p8qpb\" data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eEclectic vintage décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Temple-House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53942171566422,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/3566\/6006\/files\/100sonspeach3.jpg?v=1779303876","url":"https:\/\/temple-house.co.uk\/products\/japanese-hundred-boys-bronzed-metal-scholar-s-object-peach-form-sculpture","provider":"Temple-House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}