Japanese Meiji Bronze Dragon Sculpture

Japanese Meiji bronze sculpture in the form of a dragon. The dragon bares its teeth and rises from something likely clouds or water. Provenance: From the collection of Malcolm E. Lein, former director of the Minnesota Museum of American Art. Malcolm Emil Lein (1913-2003) was the director of the Minnesota Museum of American Art during its early and formative years. During his 30-year tenure, he fought to procure the museum funding, grow its permanent collection, and establish it as a St. Paul's premiere gallery. Along with his wife Miriam, who worked at the Walker Art Center, he was a fixture in the Twin Cities artistic community throughout his life. Height: 11 in x width: 8 in x depth: 18 1/2 in. /> Condition: Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email [email protected] with any condition questions.