Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Islands

Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Islands

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fantasy islands with oversized spring and autumn plants, boats, and a small building seem to float on the blue background of this textile panel. Other pieces from the same kosode are in the Nomura collection, National Museum of Japanese History, Sakura, Japan.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pieces from a Robe (Kosode) with IslandsPieces from a Robe (Kosode) with IslandsPieces from a Robe (Kosode) with IslandsPieces from a Robe (Kosode) with IslandsPieces from a Robe (Kosode) with Islands

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