DOHAKU Tokyo School Meiji 1890 Carved Okimono Of Bijin Standing Draped Figure
A Meiji period standing draped Bijin made by Dohaku.
This is a beautiful antique okimono sculpture, created in the late 19th century during the imperial Japan in the Meiji period, back in the 1890. This okimono sculpture has been masterfully carved by the very well recorded Tokyo-school artist “Dohaku”, with engraved details and embellished with textured and polished finishes. The sculpture depicts the standing draped figure of Bijin. The clothes surfaces are decorated with intricate organic patterns, chrysanthemums and mixed flowers. Dohaku has captured this beauty posing in all her finery, her hair tied in immaculate fashion with multiple combs and floral ornaments, she stands serenely gazing over her right shoulder with one hand clutching her fan, whilst the other gently lifts her incredibly well detailed Kimono, the gown carved in spectacular fashion in low relief mainly depicts Butterflies amidst native Flora, the artist has cleverly captured the gowns movement swirling around the Bijin’s feet. This okimono sculpture is very well executed and retains all the original aged patina of over 100 years old. This piece was recently professionally cleaned and polished. This stupendous piece will be a great addition for your desk, your Japanese antiques collection, or your bijouterie cabinet. This sculpture showcases the remarkable skill and cultural significance of Japanese craftsmanship during that era. The detailed work brings history to life, offering a unique glimpse into the social and economic aspects of the time. Such pieces are not just art; they are windows into Japan's rich heritage.
Bijin
This is a Japanese term meaning "beautiful woman" or "beautiful person". Composed of kanji for "beauty" and "person", it is commonly used to describe a woman with traditional, elegant physical beauty. It is the standard term for a stunning woman, often used in contrast to bishōjo (young girl) or bishōnen (beautiful boy). During the late 19th century, through its Industrial Promotion Policy (shokusan Kogyo) the newly installed Meiji government embarked on a programmed that actively encouraged the manufacture of traditional craft goods for export (as well as for domestic consumption) in response to the huge demand driven by the Japonisme movement in Europe and America. This government-sponsored initiative came as a welcome relief for the many craftsmen who had been deprived of their livelihood due to the demise of the military class.
The Meiji Period
This is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keiō era and was succeeded by the Taishō era, upon the accession of Emperor Taishō.
Country: Imperial Japan, (1868-1912).
Period: Meiji Period, 1880-1900.
Weight: About 8 pounds, (3.63 Kg).
Measurements: 362 mm by 122 mm by 108 mm (14.25 x 4.80 x 4.25 Inches).
Signature: Signed at the bottom, in an inlaid oval cartouche with two Japanese characters for the Japanese Tokyo-school artist, "DOHAKU".
Condition: The overall condition of this Meiji sculpture okimono of Bijin by Dohaku is excellent. The overall condition is stable. This okimono sculpture was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D030726SAEN/.5640
