Fumio Asakura

Fumio Asakura (1883–1964) was a Japanese sculptor.

Also recorded as Asakura Fumio.

Fumio Asakura in brief

Born
1883
Died
1964
Known for
sculptor
Contents

Overview

Born in 1883, died at Taitō-ku in 1964.

In detail

Fumio Asakura studied at Tokyo Academy of Fine Arts.

Positions recorded include Imperial Household Artist.

Distinctions recorded are Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Fumio Asakura”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1052330: Fumio Asakura

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Elsewhere in Sculpture

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