Description: A JAPANESE GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF A DANCER IN THE MANNER OF MIYAO, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)
In the role of a Shirabyoshi, posturing as she performs a ritual dance, holding an open fan, decorated with feathers and moon and with a weapon tucked into her sash, her costume with a variety of gilt medallions of floral themes. Unsigned.
25.5cm high, 17cm wide
OTHER NOTES:
Shirabyoshi were young female court dancers and professional singers from ancient times. They were usually depicted with Heian period hair-styles and were sometimes dressed as males.