Ga No Iwai [Longevity Celebration]

Product taking inspiration from Bugaku a form of Japanese court dance and music.
Bugaku is a dance accompanied by music that is played with traditional instruments. It was brought to Japan around the eighth century from Korea and Mainland China. After many years it was made into its own unique Japanese custom, and from the Heian period (794-1185) until now has remained relatively unchanged.
It was commonly performed during New Year’s celebrations among other celebratory occasions and was an essential part of imperial court events.

There are many variations of dance in Bugaku, in this case, there are two dolls dancing face to face. The image of these two dolls dancing in step with each other conveys to us a sense of lively motion in the dance and it is almost as if we can hear their breathing as they cavort merrily. The sleeves billow elegantly as they raise their arms in dance.

Their garments use Kodai-gire deriving from the Edo period (1603-1868). A piece Kodai-gire passed down through generations—a perfect match for a dance that has also been part of Japanese history for over a millennium.
This piece would be ideal for showing your gratitude when celebrating the New Year or for joyous family occasions. These Bugaku dolls dancing for a heritage lasting since the Heian period will surely bless your home unsparingly.

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Artist
Teiko Hoshi

Production year
2000's

Era of Kodai-gire
Edo period

Usage of Kodai-gire
kimono

Base
Japanese sumac lacquer coated, with mother-of-pearl inlay

Size (Doll)
d 17cm w 38cm h 24cm

Size (Base)
d 30cm w 45cm h 1.5cm

Size (Box)
d 21cm w 45cm h 35cm