A bronze eagle on an en-suite bronze perch


Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th/early 20th centuryConstructed in four separate sections, the bird of prey perched with its head lowered, its wings (detachable) outspread, alert and poised, ready to pouch on unsuspecting prey, on a tasselled bronze stand decorated with gilt mounts on the feet; unsigned. Total height: 69cm (27 1/16in) high; the wingspan: 65cm (25 5/8in) across. (8).