Share This Page!
tn-501
Close Window
| Item | Sizable Hemp Noren Fashioned by the exceptionally creative mind and talented hands of Toshiko Imaizumi. Note Toshiko's handmade stoneware buttons at the top. Fabric hemp ties. Noren at Wikipedia |
Age |
Recently fashioned |
| Fabric | Patchwork pieces of kaya (hemp and a little cotton) fabrics dating from late 1800s to early 1900s |
Size |
4.0 X 6.0 feet (approx) 120 X 180 cm Heavy-Medium Weight 1.4 lb, 640 g |
| Artist's Statement | Inspired by Toshikko's childhood memories of finding solace under her grandmother's mosquito net (kaya) during frighting thunder storms, this piece re-kindles her fond recollection of comfort, well-being and wonderment from an earlier time. |
| Comment | This textile might be used as a noren, a curtain or wall art. The bamboo rod is not included. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|