Japanese vintage art - c.1918
Although I have remained silent about the terrible, tragic events of the recent past,
Japan and the Japanese people have been very much in my heart and in my prayers.
vintage Japanese silk label
You see, I have always loved the Japanese culture,
and it is one of my dreams to travel there someday.
I would be so thrilled to stay a week
or two (or three!) and learn
Japanese painting
calligraphy
doll making
beading
and so much more!
vintage clip, c. 1918
"I have always known
That at last I would
Take this road, but yesterday
I did not know that it would be today."
- Narihira, 9th century Japanese poet
The following are vintage Japanese paper dolls:
vintage Japanese soldier paper doll
1936 Playmate magazine Japanese paper doll
vintage paper doll
Marjorie May's Japanese friend Tamaki, c.1910
Here is another safety pin project for you-
the flag of Japan.
the flag of Japan.
Refer to the directions from my previous blog!
vintage song sheet cover
vintage postage stamps
Liana has some lovely
Asian inspired paper doll costumes.
Here are a few:
and some modern Asian inspired dresses:
check out Liana's blog - web site on the right
woodcut
Japanese kimonos are so beautiful.
I love the textures and colors.
Maiko, by Barbie 2006
Some day, I will have one of mine own!
Princess of Japan, DOW series, by Barbie 2003
For now, I enjoy the 2 Barbies, above.
c. 1906
Dolly Dimples in vintage Japanese costume, with doll
"When I went out
In the Spring meadows
To gather violets,
I enjoyed myself
So much that I stayed all night."
-Akahito, 8th century Japanese poet
Battle Hymn, c.1904, written by the Emporer of Japan
Japan has a long and rich history of war,
and samurai -
Here are some samurai warriors
that you can cut out and play with -
"Summer grass
Where warriors dream."
- Basho, Japanese poet, 1644 - 1694
vintage Japanese raw silk label, with dragon emblem
by Hiroshige, from his artwork and painted panels:
left side
center panel
right panel
"In my life
As in the twilight,
A bell sounds.
I enjoy the freshness of evening."
- Issa, Japanese poet, 1763 - 1827
vintage clip
I have always wanted a Japanese parasol!
For now, I am content to color them.
They also make stunning painted fans,
as this vintage paper doll shows:
Let's not forget Current's Japanese paper doll outfit:
Here are two more vintage paper doll sets for you:
I trust you have enjoyed this brief overview
of some of the wonderful things
that Japan has given us.
It's time now for us to give a little back.
Please contact your local Red Cross.
inkspired
awesome! Thanks!
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