Tsunetaro Futakami Bronze Dragon Koro
$725.00
A striking early Showa era (1926 – 1989) Bronze Dragon koro by Tsunetaro Futakami. Featuring intricately detailed dragons around the body and on the finial of the lid and legs. Complete with signed Kiri wood box and certificate detailing the artist and his reputation. A very solid and substantial koro in very good condition.
The approximate dimensions of the koro are 19 cm height including lid and 14 cm Diameter including dragons. The approximate weight of the koro is 1.76 kilos.
Shipping is via Australia Post and includes tracking and signature on delivery. If you wish to have insurance with shipping please email us for a quotation at [email protected].
The certificate with the Koro translated reads:
Biography of Tsunetaro Futakami
Prototype Born August 19, 1894 in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture As one of the skill holders in the traditional craft town of Kou, he loves copperware and is fascinated by its casting surface. You can keep going. In May 1975, when Motonari Futakami turned 80 years old, this exhibition was held in order to exhibit many excellent works, which are the crystallization of casting technology, in one place and to be widely reviewed. As a representative of various fields, including the prefectural governor, his works are filled with the authenticity of his snow-forged techniques, and the elegance and dignity that accompany them.
In addition, his elegant style has been highly evaluated in the industry as a living national treasure level technique, and continues to this day.
- Main Awards Exhibited at the National Exposition and the World Exposition in 1921. The number of selections such as 1st prize and gold prize winner 1930
- Selected for the 17th Souvenir of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry 1967 Takaoka City self-government merit placement.
- Takaoka City Traditional Craft Products (Miyaizumi) March 1975 April 1975 Received the 5th grade Zuihogyo Award. 1977 Takaoka City Distinguished Service Award
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Tsunetaro Futakami Bronze Dragon Koro
A striking early Showa era (1926 – 1989) Bronze Dragon koro by Tsunetaro Futakami. Featuring intricately detailed dragons around the body and on the finial of the lid and legs. Complete with signed Kiri wood box and certificate detailing the artist and his reputation. A very solid and substantial koro in very good condition.
The approximate dimensions of the koro are 19 cm height including lid and 14 cm Diameter including dragons. The approximate weight of the koro is 1.76 kilos.
Shipping is via Australia Post and includes tracking and signature on delivery. If you wish to have insurance with shipping please email us for a quotation at [email protected].
The certificate with the Koro translated reads:
Biography of Tsunetaro Futakami
Prototype Born August 19, 1894 in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture As one of the skill holders in the traditional craft town of Kou, he loves copperware and is fascinated by its casting surface. You can keep going. In May 1975, when Motonari Futakami turned 80 years old, this exhibition was held in order to exhibit many excellent works, which are the crystallization of casting technology, in one place and to be widely reviewed. As a representative of various fields, including the prefectural governor, his works are filled with the authenticity of his snow-forged techniques, and the elegance and dignity that accompany them.
In addition, his elegant style has been highly evaluated in the industry as a living national treasure level technique, and continues to this day.
- Main Awards Exhibited at the National Exposition and the World Exposition in 1921. The number of selections such as 1st prize and gold prize winner 1930
- Selected for the 17th Souvenir of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry 1967 Takaoka City self-government merit placement.
- Takaoka City Traditional Craft Products (Miyaizumi) March 1975 April 1975 Received the 5th grade Zuihogyo Award. 1977 Takaoka City Distinguished Service Award
