BodiceMiyake Issei · 1980

  • Art movementContemporary Realism
  • Creation date1980
  • MuseumThe Kyoto Costume Institute

Miyake Issei (1938 – 2022)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Bodice
  • Artist: Miyake Issei
  • Year: 1980
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: The Kyoto Costume Institute
  • Corpus context: japanese modernity, exploration of shape
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Keywords: contemporary fashion, japanese fashion design, issey miyake sculpture
  • Color hue: Amber to Saffron

Questions & Answers

Is "Bodice" by Miyake Issei a portrait, landscape or square composition?

"Bodice" by Miyake Issei is a portrait composition. The proportions are worth checking before choosing a print size.

Is "Bodice" held in the country of its creator?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Miyake Issei was born in Japan, and the original "Bodice" is held in a museum in Japan.

What color palette is used in "Bodice" by Miyake Issei?

The palette of "Bodice" by Miyake Issei is described as neutrals. It is a compact description of the work's colors.

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