Momoyama Period Collection

Peonies and willows, Momoyama or Edo period, Early 17th century. Creator: Hasegawa Tonin
Peonies and willows, Momoyama or Edo period, Early 17th century

Birds, Trees, and Flowers, late 1500s. Creator: Kano Shoei (Japanese, 1519-1592), attributed to
Birds, Trees, and Flowers, late 1500s. Unhurried contemplation of these screens ( byobu ) reveals that their appearance differs slightly. Notice the shapes of the rocks and pine trunks

Shinto Sculpture in the Shape of a Seated Fox, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Shinto Sculpture in the Shape of a Seated Fox, 16th century

A makimono box decorated with scenes from the Genji romance, Momoyama period, 16th century

A bird on a bamboo stump, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Unknown
A bird on a bamboo stump, Momoyama period, 1568-1615

Coxcombs, maize and morning-glories, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Unknown
Coxcombs, maize and morning-glories, Momoyama period, 1568-1615

Scenes from The Tale of Genji, Momoyama period, late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Scenes from The Tale of Genji, Momoyama period, late 16th century

Horse and Attendant, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Unknown
Horse and Attendant, Momoyama period, 1568-1615

Dragon, waves and clouds, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Unknown
Dragon, waves and clouds, Momoyama period, 1568-1615

Box for personal accessories (tebako), Momoyama or Edo period, early 17th century

The Poet Kakinomoto no Hitomaro, Muromachi or Momoyama period, 16th century

Two pheasants on a snow bank, Momoyama period, (18th century?). Creator: Unknown
Two pheasants on a snow bank, Momoyama period, (18th century?)

Horse and Rider, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Unknown
Horse and Rider, Momoyama period, 1568-1615

Scenes from the life of the Ming Huang Emperor and Yang Guifei, Momoyama period
Scenes from the life of the Ming Huang Emperor and Yang Guifei (one of a pair), Momoyama period, late 16th-early 17th century

Fruiting grapevines on a bamboo trellis, Momoyama period, late 16th century

Grape vines, Momoyama period, 1568-1615. Creator: Kano Eitoku
Grape vines, Momoyama period, 1568-1590

Small Namban box and cover, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer)
622459 Small Namban box and cover, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer) by Japanese School; 21.5x6.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorated in gold hiramakie)

Momoyama Period Christian folding missal stand, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer
622455 Momoyama Period Christian folding missal stand, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer) (see also 622457) by Japanese School; height: 35.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Momoyama Period Christian folding missal stand, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer
622457 Momoyama Period Christian folding missal stand, late 16th - early 17th century (lacquer) (see also 622455) by Japanese School; height: 35.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Export pipe holder, late 17th century (lacquer)
622458 Export pipe holder, late 17th century (lacquer) by Japanese School, (17th century); length: 73.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorated in gold, silver)

Two rare large square tokkuri, Momoyama Period, late 16th century (lacquer)
622456 Two rare large square tokkuri, Momoyama Period, late 16th century (lacquer) by Japanese School, (16th century); height: 30 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Helmet (Zukinnari Kabuto), Japanese, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Helmet (Zukinnari Kabuto), Japanese, 16th century

Woman with Battledore and Shuttlecock, 1815-20. Creator: Torii Kiyotomo
Woman with Battledore and Shuttlecock, 1815-20. Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Portrait of a Warrior, late 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Warrior, late 16th century. Associated with the Shibata family.Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Mistflowers (Fujibakama), late 16th-early 17th century. Creator: Tosa Mitsuyoshi
Mistflowers (Fujibakama), late 16th-early 17th century. Yugiri visits Tamakazura after the death of their grand-mother, bringing a message of condolence, a love poem, and a bouquet of mistflowers

Portrait of Daruma, early 17th century. Creator: Unkoku Togan
Portrait of Daruma, early 17th century. Daruma is recognized as the first patriarch of Chan (Japanese: Zen) Buddhism in China. Momoyama

Illustrated Legends of the Origins of the Kumano Shrines... late 16th-early 17th century
Illustrated Legends of the Origins of the Kumano Shrines (Kumano engi emaki), late 16th-early 17th century. Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Tenjin Traveling to China, late 16th century. Creator: Konoe Nobutada
Tenjin Traveling to China, late 16th century. Deified spirit of Heian-period statesman and poet Sugawara Michizane (845-903). Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Brown-Eared Bulbul (Hiyodori) on a Branch of Plum, mid- to late 16th century. Creator: Kano Shoei
Brown-Eared Bulbul (Hiyodori) on a Branch of Plum, mid- to late 16th century. Muromachi (1392-1573) or Momoyama (1573-1615) period

Zheng Huangniu and Yushanzhu, early 17th century. Creator: Kano Naizen
Zheng Huangniu and Yushanzhu, early 17th century. Yushanzhu is said to have gained enlightenment when he fell off his donkey while riding across a bridge. Momoyama period (1573-1615)

Tile: Red Oribe Ware; Platform for Tea in Summer, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Tile: Red Oribe Ware; Platform for Tea in Summer, c. 1600

The Four Accomplishments, late 1500s. Creator: Kano Shoei (Japanese, 1519-1592), attributed to
The Four Accomplishments, late 1500s. At first this scene appears a bit strange, if not bizarre: men, young and old, sit in a vast wilderness playing a board game or executing an ink painting

Tenjin Traveling to China, 1610. Creator: Konoe Nobutada (Japanese, 1565-1614)
Tenjin Traveling to China, 1610

Su Shi (So Shoku) and Pan Lang (Han Ro), early 1600s. Creator: Unkoku T?gan (Japanese, 1547-1618)
Su Shi (So Shoku) and Pan Lang (Han Ro), early 1600s. This pair of screens depicts episodes from the stories of famed Song-dynasty poets Su Shi of the 1000s

Su Dongpo Riding a Donkey, late 16th to early 17th century. Creator: Reietsu (Japanese
Su Dongpo Riding a Donkey, late 16th to early 17th century

Su Shi (So Shoku), early 1600s. Creator: Unkoku T?gan (Japanese, 1547-1618)
Su Shi (So Shoku), early 1600s. This pair of screens depicts episodes from the stories of famed Song-dynasty poets Su Shi of the 1000s and Zhou-dynasty official Pan Lang of the 900s

Peafowl and Phoenixes, late 1500s. Creator: Tosa Mitsuyoshi (Japanese, 1539-1613), attributed to
Peafowl and Phoenixes, late 1500s. In this extraordinary pair of screens, pairs of peafowl and phoenixes stand among bamboo and paulownia trees

Reading Stand, early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Reading Stand, early 17th century

Saint Roch, early 1600s. Creator: Unknown
Saint Roch, early 1600s

Monkeys Reaching for the Moon, 17th century. Creator: Kan? Tan y? (Japanese, 1602-1674)
Monkeys Reaching for the Moon, 17th century

Fish and Seaweed, 16th century. Creator: Rinkyo (Japanese)
Fish and Seaweed, 16th century

Fish and Rock, 16th century. Creator: Rinkyo (Japanese)
Fish and Rock, 16th century

Fish and Rock; Fish and Seaweed, 16th century. Creator: Rinkyo (Japanese)
Fish and Rock; Fish and Seaweed, 16th century

Pan Lang (Han Ro), early 1600s. Creator: Unkoku T?gan (Japanese, 1547-1618)
Pan Lang (Han Ro), early 1600s. This is one of the pair of screens depicts episodes from the stories of famed Song-dynasty poets Su Shi of the 1000s and Zhou-dynasty official Pan Lang of the 900s

Portion of a Poetry Anthology: Cicada, from Shinsen Roeishu, late 16th-early
Portion of a Poetry Anthology: Cicada, from " Shinsen Roeishu", late 16th-early 17th century

A Couple, late 1500s. Creator: Hasegawa Soen (Japanese)
A Couple, late 1500s

Arrival of the Southern Barbarians, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of the " Southern Barbarians", c. 1600

Writing Box Suzuribako Phoenix Paulownia 1573-1599
Writing Box (Suzuribako) with Phoenix in Paulownia, c. 1573-1599. Japan, Momoyama period (1573-1615). Lacquer on wood with sprinkled gold and silver powder (maki-e)

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The Momoyama period, also known as the Edo period, was a vibrant and culturally rich era in Japanese history that took place during the early 17th century. This period saw the rise of influential artists such as Hasegawa Tonin and Kano Shoei, who created stunning works like "Peonies and Willows" and "Birds, Trees, and Flowers, " respectively. One remarkable artifact from this time is a makimono box adorned with scenes from the Genji romance. The intricate details on this piece showcase the artistic prowess of craftsmen during the Momoyama period. Nature played a significant role in art during this era. A bird perched on a bamboo stump captures the delicate balance between wildlife and its natural habitat. Similarly, coxcombs, maize, morning-glories depict an array of flora that flourished during this time. Scenes from "The Tale of Genji" were also popular subjects for artwork in the Momoyama period. These depictions transported viewers into captivating narratives filled with love, betrayal, and adventure. Animals were often portrayed to symbolize strength or nobility. A horse accompanied by an attendant showcases their importance in society at that time. Likewise, a dragon amidst waves and clouds represents power and auspiciousness. Functional objects were not exempt from artistic embellishment either; a tebako (box for personal accessories) exemplifies how even everyday items became canvases for creativity during this period. Portraits were another common theme in Momoyama artistry; one notable example is "The Poet Kakinomoto no Hitomaro. " This depiction immortalizes an esteemed poet whose words continue to resonate throughout generations. Lastly, two pheasants resting on a snow bank capture both beauty and tranquility within nature's wintry embrace. Meanwhile, a horse mounted by its rider signifies bravery amidst uncertain times—a reflection of Japan's historical context during the Momoyama period.