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An impressive group of seven Imari figures of bijin — Edo period, late 17th century

An impressive group of seven Imari figures of bijin

Edo period, late 17th century

This impressive group of seven Imari figures of bijin dates to the late 17th century Edo period and exemplifies the refinement of Japanese porcelain decoration. The figures represent idealized female beauty as depicted in the sophisticated decorative arts tradition.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Pursuit of an Ideal: Fine Japanese Works of Art

October 26, 2021

Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000

Lot 23

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An impressive group of seven Imari figures of bijin, Edo period, late 17th century

This impressive group of seven Imari figures of bijin dates to the late 17th century Edo period and exemplifies the refinement of Japanese porcelain decoration. The figures represent idealized female beauty as depicted in the sophisticated decorative arts tradition.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Porcelain, Ornate, Japanese, Figurines, Historical, Decorative, Edo Period, Colorful, Figurative, Imari Ware