Title : Lane at Nishijin

Artist : Nishijima Katsuyuki

Date : Ca. 1990-2000.

Details : Nishijima Katsuyuki: Lane at Nishijin - Artelino

Source : artelino - Japanese Prints
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Description : "Nishijin no Roji". Colorful lanterns and a small Buddhist shrine decorate a lane at Nishijin district in Kyoto. Nishijin has been producing the elaborate weave called, "Nishijin-ori" for 1200 years. The opulent weaves were made using gold brocade and satin. The Imperial court, the aristocracy, and Noh theater used Nishijin-ori extensively. The costumes made of Nishijin-ori play an indispensable role in creating the graceful stage effects of the Noh stage.

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