Woman in Striped Kimono
縞の着物の女
- Date:
- 1920
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
Typical Price
The intricate striped kimono pattern in this composition demonstrates Goyo's astonishing attention to textile detail. Every stripe required precise registration across multiple printing blocks, showcasing the extraordinary craftsmanship of his carvers and printers. Lifetime editions command $10,000-$25,000. Tanseisha reproductions typically range $1,800-$3,500.
Description
A woman wears a kimono with fine vertical stripes, the regular pattern of the fabric creating a visual rhythm that contrasts with the organic curves of her figure. The restrained elegance of the composition reflects Goyo''s affinity for the refined aesthetics of the Edo period, particularly the work of Utamaro, while the naturalism of the figure drawing reveals his Western art training.
