Vintage Japanese Bronze Okimono of Reishi Mushrooms, Early Showa (1927-1945) | SKU: 26M-799

Vintage Japanese Bronze Okimono of Reishi Mushrooms, Early Showa (1927-1945) | SKU: 26M-799

A compact bronze okimono depicting a cluster of reishi mushrooms -- hand-cast with rich patina and fluid naturalistic detail.

An okimono is a small Japanese decorative object intended for display, traditionally placed in a tokonoma alcove or on a scholar's desk as a symbol of refinement and taste. This miniature bronze sculpture renders a grouping of reishi mushrooms -- known in Japan as reishi or mannentake, the "ten-thousand-year mushroom" -- a subject long revered in East Asian culture as an emblem of longevity, good fortune, and spiritual power. Cast during the Early Showa period, the piece displays the confident hand of a craftsman well-versed in Japanese vintage metalwork: each cap curls and overlaps organically, the sinuous stems twist and interlock, and the whole composition achieves a convincing sense of natural growth. A deep reddish-brown patina, with faint traces of verdigris in the recesses, attests to the bronze's age and lends the surface a warm, lacquer-like luminosity.

In a modern home, this handcrafted Japanese okimono brings an immediate focal point to any flat surface. Pair it with a small bonsai or a smooth river stone on a shelf or side table for an effortless wabi-sabi aesthetic. Its compact scale makes it equally suited to a home office desk as a conversation-starting accent, or nestled among ceramics in a curio cabinet for a layered Japandi-style vignette. It also makes a thoughtful and unique gift for collectors, Japanophiles, or anyone who appreciates vintage Japanese craft with genuine cultural resonance.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
• Material: Bronze with reddish-brown patina
• Use: Decorative okimono (display object); symbol of longevity and good fortune
• Modern Use: Desk accent or paperweight; shelf or tokonoma display in a wabi-sabi or Japandi interior; unique gift for collectors
• Features: Representing longevity, health and spiritual strength; Naturalistically modeled cluster of reishi mushroom caps on intertwining stems; rich reddish-brown patina with traces of verdigris; solid bronze casting with lively surface texture throughout
• Dimensions: 2 1/2"W x 1"H
• Condition: Excellent

A rare and finely cast piece of vintage Japanese bronze sculpture -- steeped in symbolism and ready to bring timeless character to any modern living space.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.