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In China, various imported designs were incorporated with
Chinese immortals to express a unique spiritual world using
ornamentation. Designs of animals fighting created intricate,
entangled motifs, while designs of plants brought to life motifs
of auspicious flowers and floral roundels that appear like
moving clouds.
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Lid with Motif of Exorcizing Evil
China, late Eastern Zhou dynasty,
4th to 3rd century B.C.
Miho Museum |
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Japan |
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Japan received cultural influence from its continental
neighbors, primarily China. When looking at its motifs, one
finds that the Japanese sublimated within their landscapes and
flora and fauna designs influences of foreign cultures. In the
diverse and lively expressions of animals and plants found in
decorations are the rich sensibilities of the Japanese who
experienced pleasure in living together with nature.
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Segment of Tsurayuki shu
(Collection of Poems by Ki no Tsurayuki),
Ishiyama Edition
By Fujiwara Sadanobu (1088−1156)
Japan, Heian period, 12th century
Miho Museum
Exhibited from 7/10 to 8/1
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Birds and Flowers in Autumn and Winter Screens
Japan, Muromachi period, 16th century
Suntory Museum of Art
Exhibited from 7/10 to 8/1 |
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