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Japanese Kutani Porcelain Figure of a Geisha or Bijin, Showa Era, 1930's, Japan

$650

£496.96

€572.40

CA$910.85

A$1,016.88

CHF 532.83

MX$12,447.58

NOK 6,766.93

SEK 6,380.35

DKK 4,271.86

About the Item

A lovely Kutani porcelain model of a beautiful woman, bijin, or perhaps a geisha, Showa era, circa 1930's, Japan. A charming and delightful Japanese Kutani enameled porcelain figure of a bijin or geisha, early Showa Era, circa 1930's, Japan. The elegant figure of a beautiful woman, called a bijin, or perhaps a geisha, is portrayed dressed in full kimono and holding a closed folding fan in one hand. Her kimono of a rich and deep blue hue, with images of plump pomegranates in gilt. Her wide obi of a striking red color, and patterned with branches of pink blossoms. One foot, clad in a white tabi sock, peeks out demurely from. beneath her kimono. Her elaborate coiffure styled in the traditional fashion, and secured by a gilt comb. Her enticing face of pure porcelain white, with high arched brows and rouge around her eyes. Provenance: The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York, from the personal collection of its founder, Margaret Woodbury Strong (1897-1969)

Dimensions:

Height: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Style:

Showa (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Porcelain,Enameled,Gilt

Place of Origin:

Japan

Period:

1930-1939

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1930's

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. No chips, cracks or repairs noted. The gilding with some rubbing. A museum accession number to the underside.

Seller Location:

Austin, TX

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU894730502222

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