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Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Horse Sculpture, Kunio Itô
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Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Horse Sculpture, Kunio Itô

1900 - 1920
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Superb Japanese Taisho (early 20thC) bronze horse by Kunio Itô (1980-1970), depicted standing foursquare on a rectangular rocky base. Signed on the base. 34cm long x 32cm high x 9cm deep, weight 5.3kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Born in Iwate Prefecture, Kunio Itô devoted his life to the creation of horse statues, exhibiting with the Bunten National Exhibition and the Exhibition of the National Art Society, among others. His work ‘Rush of a Gun Carriage’ (horses pulling a gun carriage through the mud) is held in the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, while his sculpture of the Meiji Emperor’s Horse stands among 700 cherry trees in Atago Park (Noheji, Aomori prefecture), while two large horse sculptures (one with a foal) are located in the grounds of the Hokkaido Agricultural School.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 1900s.

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SA1217273
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Superb Japanese Taisho (early 20thC) bronze horse by Kunio Itô (1980-1970), depicted standing foursquare on a rectangular rocky base. Signed on the base. 34cm long x 32cm high x 9cm deep, weight 5.3kg.
fig 1. A dark patinated Japanese bronze horse sculpture depicted in a standing pose with bridle and reins, mounted on an integrated bronze base.
fig 1. Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Horse Sculpture, Kunio Itô

Excellent condition and patina.

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Born in Iwate Prefecture, Kunio Itô devoted his life to the creation of horse statues, exhibiting with the Bunten National Exhibition and the Exhibition of the National Art Society, among others.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

His work ‘Rush of a Gun Carriage’ (horses pulling a gun carriage through the mud) is held in the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, while his sculpture of the Meiji Emperor’s Horse stands among 700 cherry trees in Atago Park (Noheji, Aomori prefecture), while two large horse sculptures (one with a foal) are located in the grounds of the Hokkaido Agricultural School.

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Bronze Horse Sculpture to the 1900s.

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SA1217273
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AD1424
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Archive I A dark patinated Japanese bronze horse sculpture depicted in a standing pose with bridle and reins, mounted on an integrated bronze base.

Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Bronze Horse Sculpture, Kunio Itô

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A dark patinated Japanese bronze horse sculpture depicted in a standing pose with bridle and reins, mounted on an integrated bronze base.
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During the Meiji period (18681912), Japanese artisans adapted traditional sword-fitting metalwork techniques to create decorative bronze sculptures for domestic and export markets. These pieces are renowned for their realistic anatomy, meticulous detail, and refined surface patination.

Artisans typically utilised the lost-wax casting technique, which allowed for high levels of intricate detail. The cast metal was then hand-finished, chased, and treated with chemical patinas to achieve rich tones.

Authentic pieces feature sharp casting detail, hand-chased surface work, and natural wear to the patina rather than artificially applied paint. Many original works carry artist signatures or foundry marks chiselled or cast into the base.

Place the sculpture on a dark timber mantelpiece, a structured bookshelf, or an executive desk to serve as a focal accent. Combining the bronze with natural textures like linen, leather, or stone enhances its sculptural silhouette.

Remove dust regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush. To protect the patina, apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax once a year and buff gently, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive polishes.
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