SAMISEN PLAYER WITH DRUMMER
Artist
ANONYMOUS-ASIA
Date1868 - 1912
CountryJapan
MediumIvory
DimensionsOverall: 22.9 x 10.5 x 8.9 cm (9 x 4 1/8 x 3 1/2")
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
Credit LineBrigham Young University Museum of Art, gift of Dr. J. Herbert Millburn
Terms
Object number8700053A0
DescriptionGeisha in monochrome with san ksien (3-stringed guitar) and plucking implement. A small kneeling Geisha who is in training is at her side holding a drum. Carving has intricate geometric and floral designs on kimonas, and flowers are part of the headdress. At their feet are a fan, box, and basket.On View
Not on viewCollections
HOWARD MCCORMICK
1930 ca
