Japanese Fan Art
20th Century Japanese Metalwork
Silver
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Antiquities
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Antiquities
Paper
Early 20th Century Japanese Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Prints
Silk, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork
Iron
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Tribal Art
Cotton
Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities
Bamboo, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork
Bronze
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Antiquities
Cotton, Wood, Paper
1990s Japanese Showa Decorative Art
Bamboo, Paper
1990s Japanese Showa Decorative Art
Bamboo, Paper
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Enamel, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork
Enamel
Late 19th Century Realist Portrait Photography
Watercolor, Photographic Paper
Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Prints
Paper
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Enamel
Antique 19th Century Japanese Prints
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities
Wood, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics
Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Enamel, Brass
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
1920s Landscape Paintings
Ink, Handmade Paper
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1980s Fauvist Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Japanese Boxes and Cases
Silver, Mixed Metal
1930s Modern Figurative Prints
Lithograph
20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens
Wood, Paper
Antique 1880s Prints
Paper
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities
Wood, Paper
Antique 1880s Prints
Paper
Antique 1880s Prints
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Ink, Watercolor
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Textiles
Silk
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens
Bone, Silk
Antique 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens
Vintage 1950s Japanese Lacquer
Wood
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics
Ceramic
Vintage 1930s Japanese Prints
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens
Silk
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Lacquer
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Lacquer
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles
Cotton
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens
Paper
Antique 1860s Japanese Lacquer
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture
Copper, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer
Lacquer
1990s Japanese Antiquities
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Antiquities
Bamboo, Paper
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- What are Japanese fans called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A folding fan from Japan is called a “sensu” or “o-gi” while a non-folding fan is called an “uchiwa.” Both styles of hand fans were used as a material to write and communicate through as well as showcase social status. Browse a selection of authentic Japanese fans on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are three types of Japanese fans. The uchiwa is a fixed fan that is used practically to create a breeze and stay cool. The sensu or ogi fan is a folding fan that is a fashion accessory as well as cooling the user. The gunsen fan is a war fan that was used during war times for signaling and also occasionally as a weapon. Shop an array of authentic Japanese fans on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a variety of different types of Japanese art. One of the oldest and most admired forms of Japanese art is the art of calligraphy, which originated in the sixth or seventh century. Another type of art, ukiyo-e, is the art of the woodblock print, which depicts scenes of female beauties; kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers and more. You’ll find a variety of Japanese artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The writing on Japanese art is calligraphy art called shodo. It uses Japanese kanji and kana characters. There are a variety of different shodo styles of art, including Kaisho, which is the basic, foundational form of the art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Japanese calligraphy art from top sellers..
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024The focus of Japanese art varies. Many traditional Japanese artists sought to capture the beauty of nature in their works. However, other Japanese artists have produced work with Buddhist themes, and contemporary artists working in the country have been inspired by a range of subjects, from socioeconomic and political issues to pop culture. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Japanese art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What the Japanese sea art is called depends on its type. Many examples of sea art from Japan are called ukiyo-e. This term refers to woodblock prints made during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai is arguably the most famous ukiyo-e print depicting the sea. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Japanese woodblock prints.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if art is Japanese or Chinese, study the piece's characteristics. With paintings, Chinese artists often use more color and tend to fill their entire canvases, while Japanese artists often include more negative space and choose subtler colors. There are also differences between the brushstrokes typical of traditional Chinese and Japanese art. In Japanese paintings, brushstrokes are often short and sharp. On the other hand, Chinese paintings often display longer, more fluid brushstrokes. Learning about the defining features of various art forms and periods and looking at examples of pieces made by Japanese and Chinese artists can help you learn to spot subtle differences. Explore a diverse assortment of Japanese and Chinese art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many art styles originated in Japan and grew in popularity over the years. Some of the most popular styles include shodo (calligraphy), ikebana, kanou and yamato-e. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Japanese art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.
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