Premium Framed Print : Statue of Kusunoki Masashige outside Tokyos Imperial Palace
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Statue of Kusunoki Masashige outside Tokyos Imperial Palace
Statue of Kusunoki Masashige (a 14th-century samurai who fought for Emperor Go-Daigo) outside Tokyos Imperial Palace, Tokyo, Japan Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14313791
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Bronze Hero Heroic Kusunoki Legend Legendary Nanko Plinth Samurai Tokyo 14th
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the awe-inspiring statue of Kusunoki Masashige, a legendary 14th-century samurai, standing proudly outside the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan. Dressed in full samurai armor, Masashige is depicted with a resolute expression and a drawn sword in hand, symbolizing his unwavering loyalty and heroic spirit. The statue, cast in bronze, sits atop a grand plinth adorned with intricate carvings and ornate decorations, adding to the grandeur of the scene. Kusunoki Masashige is a revered figure in Japanese history, renowned for his unyielding devotion to Emperor Go-Daigo during the Nanbokucho period. Despite facing insurmountable odds against the invading Ashikaga shogunate, Masashige and his loyal followers, known as the Kusunoki clan, held out at the Battle of Minatogawa for over a month, refusing to surrender. Their heroic stand became a legend, immortalizing Masashige as a symbol of courage and sacrifice. The statue, erected in the 1910s, serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Kusunoki Masashige and the indomitable spirit of the Japanese people. The tranquil setting of the Imperial Palace grounds, with the statue standing tall against the backdrop of the modern city, creates a striking juxtaposition, reminding us of the rich history and traditions that continue to shape Japan's cultural identity.
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