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1. A Fully Articulated Model of a Praying Mantis
Japan
Meiji period (1868-1911)
4 1/2"-11.5 cm
A Fully Articulated Model of a Praying Mantis

Finely cast in bronze, her large eyes patinated with shakudo.

NB* It is unusual to find this model in bronze, as opposed to iron.



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