The chrysanthemum is the flower of autumn and is sometimes referred to as the national flower of Japan
Kiku. The Chrysanthemum. Mythological Japan.
Tag: Specimen
The courtesan Takao. Kakemono by Miyagawa Chōshun
The painting is a reduced copy from a fine kakemono by Miyagawa Chōshun
Kiku ware of fine old Arita porcelain. Hizen. Japan.
Basins, of old kiku ware. Fine old Arita porcelain. Hizen. Japan, 17th c.
Coloured terracotta figures. Artistic specimen of Japan.
Specimen of Japan. Group of figures of a traveller with a child. Coloured terracotta.
The Japanese Sword and Its Decoration
The sword of Japan may be called a key to the study of the history, folklore, and customs of the country.
Bowls from Ao Kutani & Ko Kutani. Kaga, Japan.
Kaga decor of two bowls from different periods. Ao Kutani & Ko Kutani. Japan ceramics.
Japan. Kakiyemon porcelain. Usugumo
Statue of the courtesan Usugumo of Yoshiwara (Tamaya uchi Usugumo) by Kakiyemon
Pompeian. Wall paintings and Polychrome basso relieves.
The wall paintings found at Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae as well as at Rome
Cloisonné Enamel. Specimens of Chinese and Japanese Art.
The various specimens of enamel by Auguste Racinet.
Specimens of Chinese Art. Meanders and Scallops.
Ornamental designs. Specimens of Chinese Art.