Traditional Japanese Art for a Bright Future "Signs of Good Fortune" from the collection of Susan Tosk
Nov 12, 2020 - Dec 30, 2020
Unsigned (Signs of Good Fortune)
Fukusa, pair of minogame, a-um
Gold and silver thread, couched gold thread, embroidery on satin
28 1/2 x 28 in
About the work
Unsigned, 1850-1900
Minogame signifies long life. They both have beautiful long tails and the raised carcasse is made with raised gold couch thread. The pair of turtles’ mouths are open and close overlap those of the Nio guardians.
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