KŌRIN FURUYA, Kōrin-style Patterns n. 63, 1897 sculture The geometric and chromatic decorations

The geometric and chromatic decorations on the face refer to a symbolic language linked to protection and belonging

Original serigraphy in a total edition of 199 copies

And the child grew and became strong

Only a few proofs of printing prior to this edition are known

the line is reduced to a pure and continuous stroke

KŌRIN FURUYA, Kōrin-style Patterns n. 63, 1897 sculture The geometric and chromatic decorationsStunning proof with excellent colors, in the first edition. Printed on paper from Japan during the Meiji era (18681912). In exceptional condition, with untrimmed margins all around. Bibliography J. T. Carpenter, Designing Nature: The Rinpa Aesthetic in Japanese Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2012, p. 111 J. Hillier, The Art of the Japanese Book, London: Sothebys, 1987 A. Jackson (ed.), Kimono: The Art and Evolution of Japanese Fashion, London: