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Vintage 1960s Ito Kunio Meiji Emperor's Horse Bronze Sculpture

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Signed by Japanese artist, Ito Kunio, this mid 20th century bronze sculpture of Meiji Emperor's Horse was made shortly before the artist's death.

Itô Kunio, Japan 1890-1970

"Itô KUNIO exhibited with the Bunten National Exhibition and Exhibition of the National Art Society among others. Remembered specifically for his expert depiction of horses in motion. Rush of a Gun Carriage (horses pulling a gun carriage through the mud) by the artist is held in the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo. His sculpture of the Meiji Emperors Horse (under the jurisdiction of the Imperial Household Agency) stands among 700 cherry trees in Atago park, Noheji, Aomori prefecture. Two large sculptures of a horse, and a horse with its foal are on the grounds of the Hokkaido Agricultural School. For more see the 1968 book: Uma, Ito Kunio no Chokoku." - Thienpont Fine Art

Product Details

Japan Circa 1960s
Bronze
12.375" H x 14.75" W x 4.125" D
Excellent Vintage Condition
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Care

Wipe clean with a damp cloth.