DESCRIPTION Fine bronze statue with signature. Good condition. Item Description: This bronze statuette, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and form, is the work of Masahiko Katori, a born artist in 1899 who achieved the prestigious status of a Living National Treasure (Ningen Kokuho) in Japan. Katori Masahiko was a master in metalworking, graduating from the Tokyo School of Fine Arts in 1925 and gaining international recognition early in his career by winning a bronze medal at the 1925 Paris Exposition of Decorative Arts, also known as the "Art Deco Expo." The figure's dimensions, with a width of 13.2 cm, a height of 7.5 cm, a depth of 13.2 cm, and a weight of 779g, portray a compact yet powerful presence. Size: Width: 13.2 cm Height: 7.5 cm Depth: 13.2 cm Weight: 779 g Artist Profile: Masahiko Katori is remembered not only for his exquisite craftsmanship and artistic contributions but also for his efforts to preserve and restore cultural properties during and after World War II. Starting bell-making in 1949, he crafted significant works such as the bells for Hieizan Enryaku-ji, Narita-san Shinsho-ji, and the Hiroshima Peace Bell. He received the Art Academy Prize in 1953, became a critical judge for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition, and was declared a Living National Treasure in 1977 for his contributions to metalwork. Katori published "Hyakuroku no Kane" (The Bell of Hundred Virtues) after completing his 100th temple bell in 1981, and in 1987, he was elected as a member of the Japan Art Academy, with one of his notable works being the bell for Myoho-in (Sanjusangen-do). NOITICE The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.