Animals and insects coming to life through intricate metalwork! Although their origins are mysterious, these articulate sculptures known as Jizai Okimono began being produced sometime during the Edo period (1615 – 1868) by armorers looking to advertise their skills to local daimyo. Today, there are only two craftsman who still make these unique works of art. Learn more: https://www.google.com/culturalinstitute/beta/exhibit/9QKSX9qsa8CjJQ | Embassy of Japan in the USA
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Did you know that many armorers also crafted objects beyond arms and armor? This jizai okimono (articulated iron figurine) from 19th-century Japan reflects the versatility of Japanese armorers’ metalworking skills. During the Edo period (1603 – 1868) under the Tokugawa shoguns, Japan enjoyed relative peace. By the 1700s, prominent armor makers began to apply their metalworking skills to peacetime activities, including jizai okimono that realistically depict snakes, lobsters, dragons, insects, an
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Affectionately called "Puff" by our staff, this 150-year-old dragon still has some moves. 🐉 Every joint on this wrought iron dragon can move. It's what is known as "jizai okimono," a specific type of small Japanese decorative animal sculpture that is intricately crafted for movement. Learn more with Marielle Epstein, assistant director of Interpretation, and see this unique work on view in Gallery 108. https://bit.ly/4jWzFA9 | The Art Institute of Chicago
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