Kobayashi Shomin (小林尚珉), Japanese, (1912–1994)
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An Engraved Bronze Sculpture – Zodiac Dog (Inu)
Showa Era (1926 – 1989) or Heisei Era (1989–2019)
About the work
This seated bronze dog by Kobayashi Shomin is a study in loyal simplicity. Its upright posture and smooth silhouette are accentuated by fine engraved lines and a warm patina. The composition suggests quiet alertness—true to the symbolic nature of the dog in East Asian zodiac tradition.
A thoughtful piece of contemporary Japanese bronze art, executed with refinement and restraint. The sculpture is housed in its original signed tomobako (wooden storage box).
Dimensions
10cm(h) x 18.5cm(w) x 3.5cm(d)
Weight: 286.7g
Footnote
Kobayashi Shomin (小林尚珉, 1912–1994), born in Aomori, was a master metalwork artist. He began exhibiting in 1940 and regularly participated in the Nitten, earning awards such as the Hokuto and Kikka Prizes. A key contributor to the revival of Kyoto’s Gion Festival floats, he also completed major public commissions including large-scale repoussé panels. A founding member of several postwar craft associations, he was named Kyoto Prefectural Cultural Contributor in 1985.