Choun Yamazaki

Background

Choun Yamazaki was born on March 22, 1867 in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Education

After learning traditional wood carving techniques from a Buddhist sculptor, Choun Yamazaki moved to Tokyo to become an apprentice to Koun Takamura, one of Japan’s leading sculptors.

Career

Choun Yamazaki came into prominence when his works won prizes at the second art exhibition sponsored by Ministry of Education. Later was appointed judge and remained until the exhibitions were reorganized under his name of Teiten. Choun Yamazaki was a leading figure of Japan Sculptors' Society and a member of Imperial Art Board.

Works

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• sculpture

  • Vimala-kiirti

  • Snapping Tortoise Okimono

  • Young Man of the Genroku Era

    1900

  • sculpture

  • Snapping Tortoise Okimono

  • School Girl

  • su shi at the red cliffs

  • sculpture

  • sculpture