A fine bronze model of an eagle

Description:

Japan, marked Dai Nihon Genryūsai Seiya, Meiji period
B. 91 cm
Naturalistically cast as an eagle with fully outstretched wings, finely detailed plumage and individually articulated flight feathers. Its head turned slightly downwards to the left, its powerful talons gripping a gnarled, naturally formed branch serving as a base. Dark-patinated bronze with gilt accents.
From an old South German private collection - Minor wear, the base later