By Ota Harukage, Taisho (1912-1926) or Showa (1926-1989) era, early/mid-20th century Decorated in low relief with three puppies rendered in contrasting tones of bronze cavorting on a hill beside bamboo leaves, the eyes inlaid in gilt with black pupils, signed with chiselled characters Taiyosai Harukage with a kao; within a black-lacquered frame. 33.5cm x 39.7cm (13 3/16in x 15 5/8in).