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Unknown — Nin | Showa period, 20th century
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Nin | Showa period, 20th century

This artwork titled "Nin" originates from Japan's Showa period (1926–1989), a transformative era that witnessed significant modernization and cultural change. The work demonstrates characteristics typical of early to mid 20th century Japanese artistic practice, likely incorporating traditional aesthetic principles alongside contemporary influences. Without additional specifics about the medium or artist identity, the piece represents the diverse artistic experimentation that defined this dynamic period in Japanese art history.

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Art of Japan

October 29, 2024

Estimate: $50,000$70,000

Lot 21

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Unknown, Nin | Showa period, 20th century

This artwork titled "Nin" originates from Japan's Showa period (1926–1989), a transformative era that witnessed significant modernization and cultural change. The work demonstrates characteristics typical of early to mid 20th century Japanese artistic practice, likely incorporating traditional aesthetic principles alongside contemporary influences. Without additional specifics about the medium or artist identity, the piece represents the diverse artistic experimentation that defined this dynamic period in Japanese art history.

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

Related themes

20th Century, Cultural Heritage, Traditional Japanese Art, Japanese Artist, Figurative Art, Portrait, Monochromatic technique, Showa Period, Serene Aesthetic, Woodblock Print

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Collected by

Richard Caswell, Sebastián Naranjo, Jonah Handel, Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, Ethan Elkins, Alex Capecelatro, Mihail Lari, Cleveland Museum of Art