Art that brings "elegant tranquility" to your daily life.
The "pokkuri" clogs worn by maiko as they gracefully walk through the flower district.
Pokkuri, being tall footwear, make large movements difficult. They contribute to the maiko's elegant and refined gestures.
Maiko embody the culture, crafts, and performing arts cultivated over many years in the city of Kyoto.
Everyone is captivated by their vibrant appearance.
This woodblock print features a color scheme that evokes a refined atmosphere, depicting a maiko dancing elegantly while looking straight ahead with dignity.
"Warm presence" of hand-printed woodblock prints."Hand-printed woodblock prints" from Takezasa-do, a long-established Kyoto studio. Using traditional hand-printing woodblock techniques, each print is carefully made one by one, allowing you to enjoy a unique, one-of-a-kind texture.
The size is slightly larger than a postcard. It stands out even in compact spaces like on a desk, making it a beautiful addition to any room, whether it's the living room, entryway, or hallway.
【Recommended for】
* Those who want to incorporate the elegant culture and aesthetic of Kyoto into their daily lives as interior decor.* Those who enjoy the warm texture of handmade crafts.* Those looking for elegant, compact art that is easy to display and change with redecorating.
When displayed in a room, it naturally creates a space that exudes calm and sophistication. Please welcome this piece into your home and enjoy its heartwarming and gentle world.
Also perfect as a gift to enrich your heart.The image of a maiko symbolizes "purity" and "elegance," making this a meaningful piece as a gift that conveys Japanese aesthetics.
It is also perfect as a heartfelt and special gift for occasions such as housewarmings, moving celebrations, and anniversaries.
Creator: Miho KatoWoodblock designer and woodblock stylist at Takezasa-do.
After studying interior design at vocational school, she worked as a production staff member for a Japanese paper art creator, engaging in papermaking and craft production.
Subsequently, she worked as a designer in various paper-related fields, including the production of Japanese confectionery packaging and free papers.
Her journey into the world of woodblock printing began when she attended the Takezasa-do Woodblock Printmaking Class.
Leveraging her knowledge of Japanese paper and commercial design, she creates woodblock designs that skillfully blend traditional and modern printing techniques.
She also serves as a press representative, promoting the charm of woodblock prints and proposing styling for woodblock prints and woodblock stationery that suits contemporary living and interiors.
Brand: Takezasa-do
Takezasa-do Mokuhan was founded in Kyoto in 1891 and has inherited diverse Kyoto woodblock printing techniques for over 130 years, from Japanese art reproductions to commercial printing.
The current head, Kiyohachi Takenaka, researches old techniques and passes them on to younger generations. The fifth generation, Kenji Takenaka, established Takezasa-do, creating new ventures and selling woodblock prints and paper stationery in the store.
The sixth generation, Yuko Harada, gained popularity with designs that fuse tradition and modernity, leading to the growth of Takezasa-do.
Currently, they are involved in product packaging utilizing woodblock prints and restoration of old woodblock prints, constantly pursuing new possibilities.
【Size】
Image: Approximately 10cm (height) x 15cm (width)Paper: Approximately 12cm (height) x 17cm (width)
【Notes】
* Frame is not included.* The color of the product may differ from the image shown due to lighting conditions.