Hiro Yamagata “Wheeler Dealer,” 1989 – Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture No. 77/375 (17.6” H)

Description

“Wheeler Dealer” (1989) is an exceptional limited-edition bronze sculpture by internationally acclaimed Japanese artist Hiro Yamagata, celebrated for his vivid imagination, vibrant color palette, and whimsical portrayals of contemporary life.

This striking piece captures Yamagata’s signature energy and humor through the expressive form of a lively, character-filled figure — the quintessential “wheeler dealer.” Rendered with bold contours, a dynamic stance, and intricate surface detailing, the sculpture embodies movement, charm, and individuality. The artist’s use of polychrome accents enhances the work with lively color and texture, bringing a sense of playfulness and sophistication to the bronze medium.

Created in a limited edition of only 375 pieces, this particular work is numbered 77/375 and bears Yamagata’s hallmark style — a unique fusion of Japanese precision, European surrealist influence, and American pop exuberance.

“Wheeler Dealer” exemplifies Yamagata’s ability to blend humor, artistry, and craftsmanship into a unified expression of modern optimism. Cast in bronze with exceptional attention to detail, it stands as both a collector’s piece and a sculptural statement, representing one of the artist’s most captivating three-dimensional works from the late 1980s.

A must-have for collectors of Hiro Yamagata’s limited editions, this sculpture reflects the artist’s enduring legacy of innovation, color, and joy.

Dimensions: 17.6” H x 8.5” W x 9.3” D Medium: Cast Bronze with Polychrome Accents Edition: No. 77 of 375 Year: 1989

Dimensions 17.6” H x 8.5” W x 9.3” D .

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