Details
- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 0.1ʺD × 11.75ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Art Subjects
- Fashion
- Frame Type
- Unframed
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Paper
- Woodcut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Excellent Excellent less
- Description
- This is an original 1927 Japanese kimono woodblock design that dates to the early Showa Era (1926-1989). It is an … more This is an original 1927 Japanese kimono woodblock design that dates to the early Showa Era (1926-1989). It is an extremely rare design plate that is characteristic of the period. It exemplifies the finely detailed motifs using nature scenes and floral sprays. Early Showa kimonos often had large design elements. This selection is unique with its delicate gold metallic ink in the floral circle motifs that shimmer in light as would the silk threads typically used in early Showa kimonos. In the 1930’s the Japanese government began a campaign of frugality as military demands increased. Steel industry converted silk making machinery for military purposes and kimono designs became more sober with smaller motifs. Thus, this kimono design is increasingly rare in its beauty and delicacy. 8 1/2 x 11 3/4 inches in size. Pristine A+ condition. There is a minor foxing mark in the upper left outside of the kimono design that does not impact the beauty of the image. The woodblock is custom matted in a neutral 16 x 20 inch mat and works perfectly in a standard size frame. Please allow time for custom matting. Seop.e other kimono designs offered in our sh less
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