Mizusumashi 水すまし（みずすまし）｜Yamahata Ariichi 山畑阿利一（やまはた ありいち） This bronze sculpture titled “Mizusumashi” depicts a child at play by the water, capturing a fleeting moment of quiet movement and gentle rhythm. Yamahata Ariichi was one of the representative postwar Japanese figurative sculptors, widely admired for his realistic yet poetic expressions, particularly in works featuring children and the human form. His sculptures are characterized by a refined balance between motion and stillness, conveying warmth, life, and subtle emotional depth. This work exemplifies Yamahata’s mastery of form, with a lively yet serene composition and a softly rhythmic sculptural presence. Cast in bronze, the surface shows a rich patina that enhances the sense of age and artistic maturity. The piece dates from the 1960s–1970s and is accompanied by its original wooden tomobako. Please note that there is a restoration mark on the bottom board of the tomobako. --- Artist Profile 1908 Born in Osaka, Japan Awarded numerous prizes including the Minister of Education Award Produced memorial sculptures for the Great Kanto Earthquake 1980 Died --- Accessories Original wooden box (tomobako) Please note: restoration mark on the bottom board --- Dimensions & Weight Height 12.5 cm Depth 15.5 cm Width 11.5 cm Weight 1564 g --- Technique & Condition Bronze sculpture Original work Produced in the 1960s–1970s Good condition There is a restoration mark on the bottom board of the wooden box --- Shipping Shipping via Japan Post EMS from Japan. Items are shipped only to countries where EMS delivery from Japan is available. Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. For bidders in the United States: Please note that Japan Post is currently not accepting EMS shipments of commercial goods to the United States. If the winning bidder’s shipping address is in the United States, the item will be shipped via DHL Express instead. Please be aware that shipping costs via DHL are significantly higher than EMS rates.