{"product_id":"untitled-may20_10-50-10","title":"Antique\/Vintage Japanese\nSamurai Warrior on Horseback\nOkimono Statue (2 pieces)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a striking, Japanese Okimono (decorative display sculpture) depicting a samurai warrior in full battle armor atop a spirited charger horse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by the renowned Toyo Trading Company during the mid century \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis heavy figurine (12 lbs) captures the dramatic energy of feudal Japan. The design is heavily inspired by Japan's iconic public monument of the legendary 14th-century samurai Kusunoki Masashige, located outside the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Modular Construction: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Interlocking Two-Piece Concept: A hallmark of Toyo's classic craftsmanship, the statue is cast in two separate pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe samurai warrior features an integrated seat that mounts cleanly over the horse's saddle, locking securely into place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Functional Detailing: The horse features a hollow body with an open saddle slot and a small ventilation hole near the rear flank. This design was traditionally utilized by Toyo to serve a dual purpose, often housing a vintage tabletop lighter mechanism or acting as a traditional Koro (incense burner), allowing smoke to elegantly drift from the horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e•Dynamic Iconography: The horse is sculpted in a powerful, rearing stance with a fluidly windswept mane and tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warrior leans into the charge, clad in elaborate Yoroi (Japanese plate armor) and a traditional Kabuto (helmet) featuring prominent Kuwagata (horn) crests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition \u0026amp; Finish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Material: Heavy, solid cast metal alloy (characteristic of vintage antimonial lead or spelter), giving the piece a substantial, premium weight and an authentic, antique feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Color Palette: Features a sophisticated two-tone finish. The main bodies of the horse and rider are finished in an aged, antiqued silver\/pewter wash, highlighted by hand-painted gold-gilt accents on the armor plates (sode), helmet crest, saddle trim, and harness tack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Base: The entire sculpture is anchored to an integrated, textured cast-metal rectangular plinth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Markings: Original Toyo Japan Sticker on the base. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject: Samurai Equestrian\/Cavalry\u003cbr\u003e Warriors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Heavy cast metal with pewter gold-toned \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Approximately 14”L x 13”H x 4”W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition (Sold As-ls)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelmet Defect: The front gold ornament (kuwagata) on the samurai's helmet is broken\/ missing 2 pieces (see close-up photo).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition: Aside from the helmet defect, the pieces are structurally sound with minor, age-appropriate wear and a beautiful natural patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eImages are captured both with and without a flash to ensure maximum clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Finest Antique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41120678576192,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/8495\/1104\/files\/7FE129F0-081D-4E40-8EDE-21662E618F0F.jpg?v=1779289112","url":"https:\/\/finestantique.com\/products\/untitled-may20_10-50-10","provider":"Finest Antique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}