【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 This remarkable eagle statue is the creation of Kojima Keiun, a celebrated Japanese metalworker from Ibaraki Prefecture. At the young age of 16, Eun apprenticed under his uncle, Kojima Nobushige, and at 27, he established his own studio, Kojima Seisakusho. Nobushige hailed from a lineage deeply rooted in Edo's traditional crafts, specifically the Sueji school, and the current second generation continues the legacy through "Ginkobo Kojima," crafting contemporary precious metal artworks using silver and gold. Kojima Keiun, a pseudonym adopted after receiving a character from the name of the Imperial Exhibition unjudged artist, Nakano Eisho, is renowned for his significant contributions to the metalworking art. In 1942, he crafted a 1/30 scale silver model of the famous Type 97 heavy bomber, a piece presented to the then Crown Prince (current Emperor). This masterpiece is preserved by the Ministry of Education for its technical significance. Keiun continued to receive commissions from the Imperial Household Ministry, contributing numerous precious metal artworks, including helmets, yachts, treasure ships, and airplanes. He also dedicated his life to nurturing future generations and enhancing the prominence of hammered silver craft. The statue presents a natural patina that adds to its historical value. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of its condition. Dimensions: approx. H 34 cm W 29 cm D 25 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!