Uesugi Kenshin Samurai Warrior Bronze Sculpture | Dynamic Sengoku Warlord Figure | Heavy Metal Statue, 52 cm (15.6 kg)

Uesugi Kenshin Samurai Warrior Sculpture

A substantial cast‑metal warrior figure presented as Uesugi Kenshin, captured mid‑motion with a disciplined, forward‑driving stance. The sculpting emphasizes tension and momentum—an object designed to read from across a room, with the weight and presence collectors expect from serious metalwork.

At a Glance

• Subject (as titled): Uesugi Kenshin (Sengoku‑period daimyo iconography)
• Type: Samurai warrior figure / sculptural object
• Approx. size: Height ~52 cm
• Approx. weight: ~15.6 kg
• Condition: Wear and patina consistent with age and handling (see photos)

Who is Uesugi Kenshin?

Uesugi Kenshin (1530–1578) is remembered as a disciplined commander of Echigo and a central figure of the Sengoku era. In art and popular memory, Kenshin represents strategic austerity—leadership expressed through posture, restraint, and decisive movement. This sculpture leans into that vocabulary, prioritizing stance and force over ornament.

Uesugi Kenshin (1530–1578) is one of the most “recognizable-name” warlords for décor bronzes and metal interior sculptures because his legend is clean, dramatic, and instantly marketable:

• Rivalry context: Kenshin is inseparable from the mythic Sengoku rivalry with Takeda Shingen, centered on the Battles of Kawanakajima. Many “battle stance / sword raised” figures are generic warlord poses, but sellers often label them Kenshin because he’s strongly associated with decisive battlefield imagery.

• Religious aura: Kenshin was historically celebrated as a devout follower of Bishamonten (guardian deity of war and protection). In popular storytelling he’s sometimes treated as “Bishamonten’s avatar,” which makes him feel more than a warlord—almost a sacred war-guardian archetype.

• Armor silhouette: This statue’s kabuto with prominent horns/crest and aggressive stance fits the general “Sengoku hero” silhouette that people mentally map to Kenshin even when the work isn’t a documented portrait.

Identification & Curatorial Note

It is identified as the great warrior - Uesugi Kenshin. From the available imagery, the figure clearly depicts a Sengoku‑style armored commander with a distinctive crested helmet and dynamic combat posture. Because multiple warlords are represented in similar armor types and no clear signature/mark is visible in the provided images, the Kenshin attribution should be understood as “as presented by the listing” unless corroborated by additional marks or documentation.

Material & Surface

The dark patina and metallic highlights suggest cast metal (often described in the market as bronze). Expect natural surface variation, rub at high points, and minor abrasions consistent with display and handling over time.

Condition

Pre‑owned condition with age‑appropriate wear and surface soiling. Please review photographs carefully for exact surface character and any small edge marks.

Collector’s Resonance

For collectors who love the Sengoku narrative as a study of strategy and will—this is an anchor object: heavy, quiet, and decisive. It performs as a single strong gesture in an interior, carrying historical atmosphere without needing a crowded display.

Shipping & Handling Intelligence (Estimated)

• Estimated item weight: 15.6 kg
• Estimated safe packed weight: 18–22 kg (double‑box, foam, edge protection)
• Recommended packing: rigid inner cradle + dense foam blocks + double‑wall outer carton

HS Code Decision (Practical Import Classification)

• If treated as a modern decorative sculpture: HS 8306 (statuettes/ornaments of base metal) is commonly used.

Note: final HS determination depends on confirmed material, age, and broker practice in the destination country.

Modern / Vintage Disclosure Clause

This piece is offered as a collectible sculptural object. Unless documented otherwise, treat it as vintage/modern manufacture rather than a certified antique. Any named attribution (Uesugi Kenshin) is based on the listing title and visual iconography.