Heian Period

Tenjin, the deified spirit of the Heian period scholar- politician Sugawara Michizane, is the patron god of scholars, students and study.

The 'Genji Tale' is said to reflect a true story from the Heian period. The story of a beautiful imperial prince, skilled poet and very seductive and praised from the women.

The dolls depict the imperial court and each dolls wears a Heian period court costume. Emperor has traditional Japanese black crown, kimono with beautiful textiles.

The "Fumibako" began to be used during the Heian period (784~1185). During the Edo period (1600~1868), it was used as a symbol of ""elegance" and "glamour" and was one of the wedding...

TATE WAKU is a prestigious traditional Japanese pattern that is believed to have been created between the Nara period (714〜784) and the Heian period (784〜1185).

TATE WAKU is a prestigious traditional Japanese pattern that is believed to have been created between the Nara period (714~784) and the Heian period (784~1185).

Narihara is a Japanese poet of the Heian period who is supposed to have inspired the romantic male figures of The Tale of Genji and The Tales of Ise.

Tate-waku is a prestigious traditional Japanese pattern that is believed to have been created between the Nara period (714~784) and the Heian period (784~1185).

The original “Genji monogatari” took place in Heian Period (794 – 1185) but “Nise murasaki inaka Genji” was set in Muromachi Period.

As the title suggests, the theme of this Kimono art is "FUMI-BAKO," a term referring to letter boxes that have been in use in Japan since the Heian period (784~1185 AD). FUMI-BAKO is...

Alongside the peonies, you will find a pattern featuring a goshoguruma, a Heian-period aristocrat's vehicle. Adorning kimono obis, the goshoguruma pattern signifies prestige and excl...

Japanese kimono culture dates back to the Heian period (794~1185) and is loved as traditional Japanese costume.

The traditional form of Japanese calipers take its source in the Heian period (Between 794 and 1185). During the Momoyama period some helmets and armor reflect the influence of Iberi...

He is commonly thought to be based on Sakata Kintoki, a retainer of the samurai Minamoto no Yoshitsune during the Heian period. Although there are several variations of the legend, m...

In doing so, she combines ancient Japanese artistic traditions dating from before the Heian period (from 794 to 1185) with Western techniques to express her own singular vision of th...

In doing so, she combines ancient Japanese artistic traditions dating from before the Heian period (from 794 to 1185) with Western techniques to express her own singular vision of th...

This luxurious maki-e incense box was made by the great pre-war Taishō/Shōwa-period lacquer master Imaizumi Seishi. Against a black-lacquered and gold-spinkled polished togidashi bac...

Reaching its highest point of popularity in the late Heian period, the music would find itself in decline until its patronisation by the Tokugawa government in the Edo period.

The tortoiseshell pattern was handed down from China during the Asuka period in Japan. During the Heian period , only aristocrats were allowed to use the pattern, and the general pub...

It was developed in the Heian Period and flourished in the Edo Period. By using a variety of metal powders including gold, silver, aluminum, copper, and alloy, craftsmen are able to ...

The tortoiseshell pattern was handed down from China during the Asuka period (592~710) in Japan. During the Heian period (794~1185), only aristocrats were allowed to use the pattern,...

Japanese kimono culture dates back to the Heian period (794~1185) and is loved as traditional Japanese costume.

As the title implies, the thematic core of this Kimono art revolves around "FUMI BAKO," a term that traces its roots back to the Heian period (784~1185 AD) and signifies letter boxes...

Bridges with their many poetic allusions became symbols for travel in nature in the literal and visual culture of the Heian and later period. The last two scenes that balance the ...

Japanese Heian Period Carved Wood Amida Buddha.

And the outfit the man is wearing is a type of outfit worn by aristocracy in the Heian period between 794 AD–1185. He ruled from 1192-1199 AD.

Edo period style Japanese six-panel byobu screen depicting aristocrats in a Heian period setting.

Tenjin-Sama, Shinto Deity of Learning and Wisdom, Meiji Period Tenjin,-Sama, Deification of Sugawara no Michizane, was a famous scholar, poet and politician of the Heian period.

It has been restored to this appearance at a very old date, but the shape and materials themselves are from the Heian period (794s-1185s). It is very beautiful from all angles.

Provenance: these come from a Kyoto private doll collection About beauty and fashion during the Heian period: Beauty and fashion during the Heian Period was extremely important.

The festival is celebrated on 3 March of each year, platforms covered with a red carpet-material are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, atte...

It has been repaired many times since the Heian period (800s-) and has been kept in this condition.

It has been restored to this appearance at a very old date, but the shape and material itself are from the Heian period (794s-1185s). It is very beautiful from all angles.

and is a deification of Sugawara no Michizane (845–903), the famous scholar, poet and politician of the Heian period. Ten means sky and jin means god or deity.

It takes its name from Hokyo Darani Sutra, which were placed inside Heian Period 8th century stupas In Japan, long ago the Pagoda architecture served as inspiration for stone garden...

A pair of antique Japanese abumi, horse-riding stirrups for nobles or samurais, in cast iron of Nanban style with Agai (abalone shell) inlay, circa Momoyama to Edo period (16th-17th ...

This motif was popularized in the Heian Period, when cart and wagon wheels were often soaked in water when not in use to prevent them from drying out and cracking.

All these meanings sure represent the culture and feeling of the traditional Japanese arts too. It was during the Heian Period (794 – 1185 CEE) that gold or silver foil took main pre...

The guardians are usually dressed in armor or military tunics in T’ang Chinese style, and carry polearms, vajra, and other weapons. Since the Heian period they have been depicted wi...

The set represents the Emperor and Empress, court attendants, musicians, priests and guards, all attired in traditional court dress of the Heian period. Traditionally displayed on a ...

Platforms covered with a red carpet–material are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants, and musicians in traditional court dress of ...

It was restored to this appearance in a very old time, but the shape and materials themselves are from the Heian period. It is very beautiful from every angle.

It is restored by piecing together pieces of broken pottery from the Heian period (710s-1192s). The snaky shape is very unique.

Platforms covered with a red carpet–material are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants, and musicians in traditional court dress of ...

Platforms covered with a red carpet–material are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants, and musicians in traditional court dress of ...

Platforms covered with a red carpet–material are used to display a set of ornamental dolls representing the Emperor, Empress, attendants, and musicians in traditional court dress of ...

In Japan, since at least the Heian period (794–1185), the kesa has been worn by Buddhist priests as their outermost robe, draped over the left shoulder and attached under the right a...

In Japan, since at least the Heian period (794–1185), the kesa has been worn by Buddhist priests as their outermost robe, draped over the left shoulder and attached under the right a...

White has symbolized the sun’s rays since ancient times, and from the Heian period, white bridal kimonos became prized.

This folding screen is inspired by a Japanese painting of Heian period of two adorable young girls in the period's kimono and hair style.

The subject matter and style were often borrowed from the Heian period traditions of yamato-e, with elements of Muromachi ink paintings, Ming Dynasty Chinese flower and bird painting...

This exceptional large stoneware jar is a rare surviving example of Ko-Suzu (Old Suzu) ware, produced in the Noto Peninsula of Ishikawa Prefecture during the Late Heian Period (12th ...

The roots of this practice trace back to the illustrious Heian period, an era when aristocrats sought respite beneath the flowering branches, composing verse and reveling in sumptuou...

Serene Japanese late Taisho period early Showa period two-panel byobu screen featuring a colorful bamboo loquat landscape with a butterfly. Beautifully crafted in the Nihonga school ...

Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...

This is a very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan. It is chara...

Japanese Woodblock print by Sadanobu Hasegawa III,(1881~1963), unframed. About the artist Born in Osaka, Sadanobu Hasegawa III combines traditional ukiyo-e subject matter with ...

This exquisite Tetsusabiji Uchidashi Gomai Dou Gusoku (Five-Plate Russet Iron Embossed Cuirass Armor), crafted in the 18th century, exemplifies the pinnacle of Edo-period samurai arm...

Fantastic diminutive Japanese Edo period table top screen depicting a lively water landscape with flora and fauna. The screen is beautifully painted on gold leaf with a pair of pheas...

Unusual Japanese Four Panel Garden Screen, Mint Condition Japan, a superb four-panel silk screen byobu depicting a panoramic garden replete with koi, turtles, Iris nestled near a w...

Amazing 19th century Japanese Edo period six panel folding byobu screen depicting Chinese children at play. The screen alludes to the 100 children theme. The paintings are set in a l...

An antique Japanese Edo period diptych woodblock print from the early to mid 19th century, signed by Utagawa Kuniyoshi. Immerse yourself in the Japanese Edo period artistry with this...

Large 19th century Japanese Meiji period eight panel byobu screen featuring a panoramic village landscape. The serene painting depicts agricultural scenes with villagers engaged in p...

Deer under maples Late Taisho period, circa 1925-1930 Pair of two-panel screens. Ink and pigment on silk. Signature: Goho Seal: Goho A pair of two-fold Japanese silk s...

Anonymous Bamboo Forest Early Taisho era. Circa 1910-1915. Six-panel Japanese Screen. Mineral pigment, gofun and ink on silk. A six-panel Japanese folding screen, painted on silk in...