What is a Japanese kimono called?

A Japanese kimono is sometimes called a gofuku. However, you will most often see it referred to as a kimono. The garment developed from traditional silk robes worn in China during the Wu dynasty. You'll find a collection of kimonos on 1stDibs.

What is the focus of Japanese art?

The focus of Japanese art varies. Many traditional Japanese artists sought to capture the beauty of nature in their works. However, other Japanese artists have produced work with Buddhist themes, and contemporary artists working in the country have been inspired by a range of subjects, from socioeconomic and political issues to pop culture. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Japanese art.

What is the writing on Japanese art?

The writing on Japanese art is calligraphy art called shodo. It uses Japanese kanji and kana characters. There are a variety of different shodo styles of art, including Kaisho, which is the basic, foundational form of the art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Japanese calligraphy art from top sellers..

What are characteristics of Japanese art?

There are a variety of different types of Japanese art. One of the oldest and most admired forms of Japanese art is the art of calligraphy, which originated in the sixth or seventh century. Another type of art, ukiyo-e, is the art of the woodblock print, which depicts scenes of female beauties; kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers and more. You’ll find a variety of Japanese artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the most popular Japanese art style?

Many art styles originated in Japan and grew in popularity over the years. Some of the most popular styles include shodo (calligraphy), ikebana, kanou and yamato-e. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Japanese art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is Japanese wall art called?

What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.

What is the Japanese sea art called?

What the Japanese sea art is called depends on its type. Many examples of sea art from Japan are called ukiyo-e. This term refers to woodblock prints made during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai is arguably the most famous ukiyo-e print depicting the sea. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Japanese woodblock prints.

How can you tell if art is Japanese or Chinese?

To tell if art is Japanese or Chinese, study the piece's characteristics. With paintings, Chinese artists often use more color and tend to fill their entire canvases, while Japanese artists often include more negative space and choose subtler colors. There are also differences between the brushstrokes typical of traditional Chinese and Japanese art. In Japanese paintings, brushstrokes are often short and sharp. On the other hand, Chinese paintings often display longer, more fluid brushstrokes. Learning about the defining features of various art forms and periods and looking at examples of pieces made by Japanese and Chinese artists can help you learn to spot subtle differences. Explore a diverse assortment of Japanese and Chinese art on 1stDibs.

Japanese Kimono Art

Gold Kimono

Vintage Asian Painting

Hand Painted Kimono

Red Kimono

Antique Japanese Textiles

Vintage Kimonos

Kimono Painting

Black Kimono

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art "Graceful Cockscomb" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Textile Art

$940

Kimono Art "Seasonal Blessings" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Framed Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Seasonal Blessings" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Kimono Art "Seasonal Blessings" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Framed Wall Art

$784

"Crane s Feathered Dance" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art / Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Crane's Feathered Dance" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

"Crane s Feathered Dance" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art / Japanese Art

$530

Kimono Art "Fragrance of Spring" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Fragrance of Spring" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Kimono Art "Fragrance of Spring" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Wall Art

$520

Framed Kimono Art "Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Textile Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Japanese Kimono Art "Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art "Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Textile Art

$770

Framed Kimono Art, "The Queen of Peacocks" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "The Queen of Peacocks" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Framed Kimono Art, "The Queen of Peacocks" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

$770

Framed Kimono Art "Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Textile Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Japanese Kimono Art "Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art "Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Textile Art

$770

Kimono Art "Bird Melody" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Art, Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Bird Melody" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Kimono Art "Bird Melody" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Art, Wall Art

$384

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art /Textile Art -Longevity-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Longevity by Kimono-Couture *Japanese Kimono Art *Handmade by Kimono-Couture *One-of-a-kind

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Art

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art /Textile Art -Longevity-

$520

Framed Kimono Art, "The Crane s Departure" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Japanese Kimono Art "The Crane's departure" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art, "The Crane s Departure" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

$980

"Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture / Kimono Art, Japanese Art, Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono-Couture's one-of-a-kind Kimono Art is a masterpiece of Japanese artistry. Crafted by the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk, Thread

"Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture / Kimono Art, Japanese Art, Wall Art

$424

Kimono Art "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Asian Art, Japanese Art, Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This is an one-of-a-kind Kimono Art meticulously crafted by Kimono-Couture. The Japanese Kimono

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk

Kimono Art "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Asian Art, Japanese Art, Wall Art

$530

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Kimono Tapestry, "The Queen of Peacocks"

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

skilled Japanese artisans. This kimono obi is made of silk and gold leaf and is decorated with an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Kimono Tapestry, "The Queen of Peacocks"

$584

Kimono Art "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Art, Wall Decoration

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This is an one-of-a-kind Kimono Art meticulously crafted by Kimono-Couture. The Japanese Kimono

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Art, Wall Decoration

$415

Kimono Art "Peacock Paradise" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Framed Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Peacock Paradise" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Yarn

Kimono Art "Peacock Paradise" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Framed Wall Art

$860 / item

"Scarlet Fantasia" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Scarlet Fantasia" by Kimono-Couture No2/2 ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

"Scarlet Fantasia" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

$860

"The Crane s Departure" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art, Textile Art, Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "The Crane's Departure" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

"The Crane s Departure" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art, Textile Art, Japanese Art

$530

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Asian Art / "Large Flower"

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This kimono art is truly one-of-a-kind, seamlessly blending timeless Japanese beauty with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Asian Art / "Large Flower"

$520

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Peony Bridge”

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

We are proud to present this work of art made from orange silk-based kimono obi. The first thing

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk, Thread

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Peony Bridge”

$332

Framed Kimono Art, "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Wall Art "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art, "SANSUI" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

$770

Kimono Art "Vin Rouge Bourgogne" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Vin Rouge Bourgogne" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Acrylic

Kimono Art "Vin Rouge Bourgogne" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Art, Asian Wall Art

$332 / item

"Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art / Framed Wall Art / Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Asian Wall Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

"Bouquet of Love" by Kimono-Couture, Kimono Art / Framed Wall Art / Japanese Art

$530

Kimono Tapestry “Prosperous Blossom” , Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Tapestry "Prosperous Blossom" by Kimono-Couture ・Kimono Art ・Japanese Art ・Japanese Hanging

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn

Kimono Tapestry “Prosperous Blossom” , Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

$584

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Butterfly of Fortune”

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This Wall Decoration is a textile art where a kimono obi has been framed. We named this Kimono Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Butterfly of Fortune”

$664

Framed Kimono Art, "Lys Blanc" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Wall Art "Lys Blanc" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art, "Lys Blanc" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

$770

Framed Kimono Art "FUMI BAKO" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "FUMI BAKO" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art 【Description

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Framed Kimono Art "FUMI BAKO" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art, Textile Art

$770

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration -Peony Scroll-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Wall Art, meticulously framed with a premium Japanese Kimono Obi of unparalleled quality. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration -Peony Scroll-

$688

Framed Kimono Art "The Grateful Crane" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "The Grateful Crane" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Framed Kimono Art "The Grateful Crane" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

$730

Framed Kimono Art, "Butterfly of Fortune" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "Butterfly of Fortune" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Framed Kimono Art, "Butterfly of Fortune" by Kimono-Couture, Japanese Wall Art

$980

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration, -Peony Scroll-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

enchantment of our Kimono Wall Art, meticulously framed with a premium Japanese Kimono Obi of unparalleled

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration, -Peony Scroll-

$292

Japanese Wedding Kimono

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Vintage "uchikake" Japanese Wedding Kimono. The Kimono is handmade embroidered silk fabric

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Textiles

Materials

Silk

Japanese Wedding Kimono

$1,610

Kimono Wall Art / Japanese Art, -Butterfly of Fortune-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Wall Art by Kimono-Couture This Wall Decoration is a textile art where a kimono obi has

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Kimono Wall Art / Japanese Art, -Butterfly of Fortune-

$784

Kimono Tapestry "Crane s Feathered Dance" Japanese Hanging Scroll, Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Tapestry "Crane's Feathered Dance" by Kimono-Couture ・Kimono Art ・Japanese Art ・Japanese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

Kimono Tapestry "Crane s Feathered Dance" Japanese Hanging Scroll, Japanese Art

$648

Kimono Tapestry "The Crane s Departure", Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Tapestry "The Crane's Departure" by Kimono-Couture ・Kimono Art ・Japanese Art ・Japanese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Kimono Tapestry "The Crane s Departure", Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

$810

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Garden by the Sea”

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This piece of Wall Art is framed with high quality kimono obi made by skilled Japanese craftsmen

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / “Garden by the Sea”

$384

"The Crane s Departure" / Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "The Crane's Departure" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

"The Crane s Departure" / Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

$980

"The Grateful Crane" / Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Art "The Grateful Crane" by Kimono-Couture ・Japanese Art ・Textile Art ・Framed Wall Art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn, Acrylic

"The Grateful Crane" / Kimono Art, Textile Wall Art, Japanese Art

$980

Japanese Kimono Design

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco color silkscreen design for Kimonos.

Category

1920s Art Deco Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Japanese Kimono Design, 1920s

$800

Kimono Tapestry “Scarlet Fantasia” 2/2, Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Tapestry "Scarlet Fantasia" by Kimono-Couture No.2/2 ・Kimono Art ・Japanese Art ・Japanese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn

Kimono Tapestry “Scarlet Fantasia” 2/2, Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

$730

Japanese Kimono Design

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco color silkscreen design for Kimonos.

Category

1920s Art Deco Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Japanese Kimono Design, 1920s

$480

Japanese Propaganda War Kimono

Located in New York, NY

”, circa 1934. Almost perfect condition. The rarest type of propaganda kimono. Japanese propaganda kimono

Category

1930s Abstract More Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk

Japanese Propaganda War Kimono, 1934

$15,000

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS.SECURED BY A FINE NET. IN FRAMEABLE

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$960

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS. SECURED BY A FINE NET. IN

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$960

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS. THIS PARTICULAR SCREEN DEPICTS

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$960

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS. THIS PARTICULAR SCREEN DEPICTS A

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$1,920

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS. THIS PARTICULAR SCREEN DEPICTS

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$960

Japanese Kimono ink screen

Located in San Francisco, CA

HAND-CUT MULBERRY PAPER INK SCREEN FOR DYING FABRIC FOR KIMONOS. THIS PARTICULAR SCREEN DEPICTS

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Art

Japanese Kimono ink screen

$1,760

Kimono Tapestry “The Queen of Peacocks” , Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Tapestry "The Queen of Peacocks" by Kimono-Couture ・Kimono Art ・Japanese Art ・Japanese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Tapestry, Silk, Thread, Yarn

Kimono Tapestry “The Queen of Peacocks” , Japanese Art, Japanese Hanging Scroll

$640

Japanese Art / Kimono Art / Asian Art / Wall Art, -Golden Flower Chariot-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Kimono Wall Art by Kimono-Couture Behold the extraordinary beauty of our exclusive wall art

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Silk

Japanese Art / Kimono Art / Asian Art / Wall Art, -Golden Flower Chariot-

$480

Japanese Boy s Propaganda Kimono

Located in New York, NY

, 1930’s. Pristine, unworn, condition. This was bought by a Japanese dealer from the house of a high

Category

1930s More Art

Materials

Silk

Japanese Boy s Propaganda Kimono, 1937

$6,500

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / Wall Decoration -Bouquet of Love-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

framed Kimono Art, featuring a premium Japanese Kimono Obi of exceptional quality. Each Japanese kimono

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Wall Art / Wall Decoration -Bouquet of Love-

$980

Japanese Kimono Obi selected by Kimono-Couture (Kimono belt, Kimono Sash)

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Japanese Vintage Kimono Obi by Kimono-Couture Dimensions: 417×31cm Conditions: Very Good Condition

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Textiles

Materials

Silk

Japanese Kimono Obi selected by Kimono-Couture (Kimono belt, Kimono Sash)

$420

Japanese Boy s War Propaganda Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Japanese boy’s omiyamairi with battleship and military aircraft. Textured silk, 43 x 33”, dyed

Category

1930s More Art

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk

Japanese Boy s War Propaganda Kimono, 1937

$8,500

Japanese Silk Embroidered Uchikake Formal Wedding Kimono, Red Silver, Art Deco

Located in Bremen, DE

Gorgeous vintage Japanese formal wedding kimono or Uchikake in silk with beautiful embroidered

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Art Deco Textiles

Materials

Textile, Silk

Japanese Silk Embroidered Uchikake Formal Wedding Kimono, Red Silver, Art Deco

$3,789

Japanese Vintage Kimono Obi, "Rainbow Blossoms" by Kimono-Couture, Silk Textile

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

Japanese Vintage Kimono Obi selected by Kimono-Couture -Dimension: 416×31cm -Condition: Very Good

Category

2010s Japanese Textiles

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, Thread, Yarn

Japanese Vintage Kimono Obi, "Rainbow Blossoms" by Kimono-Couture, Silk Textile

$252

Japanese Boy s War Propaganda Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Boy’s propaganda omiyamairi. Omiyamari are essentially Japanese "christening" robes for swaddling

Category

1930s Mixed Media

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk

Japanese Boy s War Propaganda Kimono, 1937

$8,500

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration -Temple Garden in a Riot of Blooms-

Located in Shibuya City, Tokyo

This is an exquisite Kimono Wall Art, a Captivating Fusion of Tradition and Elegance by Kimono

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Art

Materials

Silk, Acrylic

Kimono Art / Japanese Art / Wall Decoration -Temple Garden in a Riot of Blooms-

$784

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Japanese Kimono Art For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Japanese kimono art you’re looking for. An item from our selection of Japanese kimono art — often made from fabric, silk and wood — can elevate any home. Find 178 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of Japanese kimono art now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of Japanese kimono art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right option in this array of Japanese kimono art, those designed in Art Deco, Empire and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one piece of Japanese kimono art that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hirano Hakuho, Junichiro Sekino and Katagami Studio produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Japanese Kimono Art?

Prices for a piece of Japanese kimono art start at $93 and top out at $29,841 with the average selling for $1,798.

Questions About Japanese Kimono Art

What is a Japanese kimono called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A Japanese kimono is sometimes called a gofuku. However, you will most often see it referred to as a kimono. The garment developed from traditional silk robes worn in China during the Wu dynasty. You'll find a collection of kimonos on 1stDibs.
What is the focus of Japanese art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
The focus of Japanese art varies. Many traditional Japanese artists sought to capture the beauty of nature in their works. However, other Japanese artists have produced work with Buddhist themes, and contemporary artists working in the country have been inspired by a range of subjects, from socioeconomic and political issues to pop culture. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of Japanese art.
What is the writing on Japanese art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The writing on Japanese art is calligraphy art called shodo. It uses Japanese kanji and kana characters. There are a variety of different shodo styles of art, including Kaisho, which is the basic, foundational form of the art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Japanese calligraphy art from top sellers..
What are characteristics of Japanese art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a variety of different types of Japanese art. One of the oldest and most admired forms of Japanese art is the art of calligraphy, which originated in the sixth or seventh century. Another type of art, ukiyo-e, is the art of the woodblock print, which depicts scenes of female beauties; kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers and more. You’ll find a variety of Japanese artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the most popular Japanese art style?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Many art styles originated in Japan and grew in popularity over the years. Some of the most popular styles include shodo (calligraphy), ikebana, kanou and yamato-e. You’ll find a wide variety of authentic Japanese art from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is Japanese wall art called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What Japanese wall art is called depends on its type. There are numerous kinds of Japanese paintings and prints, including nihonga and ukiyo-e. A Japanese wall scroll is known as a kakejiku or kakemono. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese wall art.
What is the Japanese sea art called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the Japanese sea art is called depends on its type. Many examples of sea art from Japan are called ukiyo-e. This term refers to woodblock prints made during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai is arguably the most famous ukiyo-e print depicting the sea. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Japanese woodblock prints.
How can you tell if art is Japanese or Chinese?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
To tell if art is Japanese or Chinese, study the piece's characteristics. With paintings, Chinese artists often use more color and tend to fill their entire canvases, while Japanese artists often include more negative space and choose subtler colors. There are also differences between the brushstrokes typical of traditional Chinese and Japanese art. In Japanese paintings, brushstrokes are often short and sharp. On the other hand, Chinese paintings often display longer, more fluid brushstrokes. Learning about the defining features of various art forms and periods and looking at examples of pieces made by Japanese and Chinese artists can help you learn to spot subtle differences. Explore a diverse assortment of Japanese and Chinese art on 1stDibs.