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Style: Showa
Japanese Asian Bronze Showa Meiji Samurai Warrior Sculpture Statue with Armor
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly wonderful and boldly designed Japanese bronze sculpture of a fierce samurai warrior perhaps in a moment of silent reflection. This piece has a great feel and heft. The fine...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Asian Bronze Showa Meiji Samurai Warrior Sculpture Statue with Armor
Japanese Asian Bronze Showa Meiji Samurai Warrior Sculpture Statue with Armor

Japanese Asian Bronze Showa Meiji Samurai Warrior Sculpture Statue with Armor

Antique Three Stone Seals of Gods 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a three seals made with some stones. It was made around 1950s. These seals are coming in one wooden box. These are all hand curved. A seal, in an East and Southeast Asian c...
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1950s Asian Vintage Showa Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Antique Three Stone Seals of Gods 1950s
Antique Three Stone Seals of Gods 1950s

Antique Three Stone Seals of Gods 1950s

Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful Japanese bronze koi fish sculpture with wonderful mesh craftsmanship and a glowing patina. This piece may have initially been made to u...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture
Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture

Japanese Asian Showa Period Bronze Koi Carp Fish Sculpture

Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan
By Toyo
Located in Austin, TX
A charming Japanese decorative bronze sculpture, okimono, of a gourd, hyotan, by Toyo Japan, Showa Era, circa 1960s, Japan. The realistic okimono, fashio...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan
Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan

Japanese Painted Bronze Okimono of a Gourd by Toyo, Showa Era, 1960s, Japan

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a beautiful, unusual and possibly unique antique hand cast bronze "Kappa" (child protector) sculptor complete with a separately formed bronze pair of 3.5 inch long cucumbers- a kappa's favorite snack food. Signed. Signed An incised artist signature “Buraku” on base. "Bunraku" is associated with Japanese puppet play and performance, Kappa Bring Good Fortune Japanese Kappa...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930

Japanese Bronze Folk Art Kappa, circa 1930

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Located in South Burlington, VT
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Showa figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bronze, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Hisakazu Shimizu, and Toyo. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $350 and tops out at $5,500 while the average work can sell for $898.

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