Bronze Statue - 400 mm
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Bronze statue titled 'Japanese Tradition - Bronze Statue – Asian Warrior in Ceremonial Attire | 20th Century', of Japanese origin, unsigned, 400 mm high, 210 mm wide, 160 mm deep, weight 4.1 kg, vintage style.
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Bronze Statue – Asian Warrior in Ceremonial Attire | 20th Century
Bronze sculpture depicting an Asian warrior in ceremonial or military dress, shown in a dynamic and vigilant posture. The figure is captured with a slightly rotated body and the head turned sideways, as in a moment of attention or scanning the surrounding space. The overall attitude conveys balance, tension, and readiness.
The clothing consists of a short tunic paired with protective elements reminiscent of lamellar or padded armor, with a dense, material decoration rendered in relief. The surfaces feature a dense workmanship, with stylized motifs that contribute to giving the work an archaizing and solemn character. The shoulders are emphasized by broad, stylized protections that reinforce the martial presence of the figure.
The face is rendered with great expressiveness: the features are severe and focused, not idealized, with pronounced eyebrows, slightly sunken eyes, and a clenched mouth—elements that communicate authority, discipline, and self-control. The headdress recalls ceremonial or military models of East Asia, without allowing precise identification with a specific historical figure.
The sculpture is cast in bronze with an aged dark patina, characterized by slight color variations that highlight the reliefs and details. The base, shaped like uneven ground, ensures stability to the figure and strengthens the perception of solidity and three-dimensionality.
Work dating to the 20th century, freely inspired by the iconography of Asian warriors between China and Japan, lacking direct references to an identifiable subject. A decorative and collectible object ideal for cultured environments, studies, private collections, or cabinet de curiosités, capable of evoking themes of discipline, authority, and martial tradition of the Far East.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
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Translated by Google TranslateBronze Statue – Asian Warrior in Ceremonial Attire | 20th Century
Bronze sculpture depicting an Asian warrior in ceremonial or military dress, shown in a dynamic and vigilant posture. The figure is captured with a slightly rotated body and the head turned sideways, as in a moment of attention or scanning the surrounding space. The overall attitude conveys balance, tension, and readiness.
The clothing consists of a short tunic paired with protective elements reminiscent of lamellar or padded armor, with a dense, material decoration rendered in relief. The surfaces feature a dense workmanship, with stylized motifs that contribute to giving the work an archaizing and solemn character. The shoulders are emphasized by broad, stylized protections that reinforce the martial presence of the figure.
The face is rendered with great expressiveness: the features are severe and focused, not idealized, with pronounced eyebrows, slightly sunken eyes, and a clenched mouth—elements that communicate authority, discipline, and self-control. The headdress recalls ceremonial or military models of East Asia, without allowing precise identification with a specific historical figure.
The sculpture is cast in bronze with an aged dark patina, characterized by slight color variations that highlight the reliefs and details. The base, shaped like uneven ground, ensures stability to the figure and strengthens the perception of solidity and three-dimensionality.
Work dating to the 20th century, freely inspired by the iconography of Asian warriors between China and Japan, lacking direct references to an identifiable subject. A decorative and collectible object ideal for cultured environments, studies, private collections, or cabinet de curiosités, capable of evoking themes of discipline, authority, and martial tradition of the Far East.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Japan
Style
Vintage
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Japanese Tradition - Bronze Statue – Asian Warrior in Ceremonial Attire | 20th Century
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
400 mm
Width
210 mm
Depth
160 mm
Weight
4.1 kg
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