Two Japanese cast bronze tigers, Meiji period (1868-1912) 20th century, both realistically modelled, striding forward with long tails stretching, mouths open and growling, the stripes delineated in subtly toned patination and signed on the underside on oval reserves, Tamemitsu. 19 cm high, 46 cm long, condition: Wear to the underside of feet consistent with age.