Japanese Standing Figure Depicting a Shinto Priest

A priest in a long robe, with bronze that has lost its shine.

This standing figure depicting a Shinto priest was made in Japan in bronze in the mid 20th century. Such figures are commonly made as decorative sculpture, showing priests in formal, layered robes. The man stands with his arms held slightly out, the left hand loosely closed, and wide sleeves hanging to his sides. His hair is parted and tied at the back. The robe is textured with subtle patterned lines, and the metal is a smoky grey-brown with silvery highlights.

About 9 inches tall. A quiet figure for a quiet shelf.