A CHAMPLEVE BRONZE BAKUA CHAMPLEVE BRONZE BAKU Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912). The dark patinated bronze depicts the mythical ‘dream eater’ highlighted with polychrome Champlevé enamel inlays in a geometrical pattern. The beast is shown with three legs, its trunk elevated and a whimsical facial expression.LENGTH 18 cmWEIGHT 967.2 gramsProvenance: Austrian private collection. Acquired before 1980 (by repute).Condition: One casting flaw to bottom, one of the tusks slightly warped, otherwise very good condition with some old wear and traces of use.