Beautiful bronze sculpture - Bronze - 岡本太郎 Okamoto Taro (1932-) - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
DESCRIPTION
Good condition
Item Description:
This is a bronze statue titled "Tower of the Sun" by Taro Okamoto, an iconic figure of Japanese modern art, recognized for his avant-garde style and philosophical themes. Created in conjunction with the 1970 Osaka Expo, this sculpture is a significant piece of post-war Japanese culture, symbolizing renewal and hope. Measuring 31. 5 cm in height, 30. 3 cm in width, and 12. 5 cm in depth, it weighs 2530 grams, making it both a substantial and poignant collectible.
Size:
Height: 31. 5 cm
Width: 30. 3 cm
Depth: 12. 5 cm
Weight: 2530 g
Artist Profile
Okamoto Taro (1911-1996) was a world-renowned artist, whose dynamic and often monumental work engaged with themes of energy, nature, and the cosmos. Most famously, he created the "Tower of the Sun," the symbol of the 1970 Osaka World Exposition. In recognition of his significant contributions to art and culture, Okamoto was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Officier) by the French government in 1984.
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The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan post, DHL or Fed. Ex 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.
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DESCRIPTION
Good condition
Item Description:
This is a bronze statue titled "Tower of the Sun" by Taro Okamoto, an iconic figure of Japanese modern art, recognized for his avant-garde style and philosophical themes. Created in conjunction with the 1970 Osaka Expo, this sculpture is a significant piece of post-war Japanese culture, symbolizing renewal and hope. Measuring 31. 5 cm in height, 30. 3 cm in width, and 12. 5 cm in depth, it weighs 2530 grams, making it both a substantial and poignant collectible.
Size:
Height: 31. 5 cm
Width: 30. 3 cm
Depth: 12. 5 cm
Weight: 2530 g
Artist Profile
Okamoto Taro (1911-1996) was a world-renowned artist, whose dynamic and often monumental work engaged with themes of energy, nature, and the cosmos. Most famously, he created the "Tower of the Sun," the symbol of the 1970 Osaka World Exposition. In recognition of his significant contributions to art and culture, Okamoto was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Officier) by the French government in 1984.
NOITICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan post, DHL or Fed. Ex 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.
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Time, Location
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