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The Obi
This obi was available for custom order but is sold out now. You can still read its story and contemplate the full motif in the archive here.
This motif is a free interpretation of Ogata Korin’s masterpiece Red and White Plum Blossoms, from the early 18th Century. This artwork, as well as this obi in a way, captures the essence of the distinctive aesthetics of the Rinpa school.
The Rinpa school is known for its bold, stylized compositions, often featuring natural motifs like flowers, waves, and birds rendered in a highly decorative manner. Artists used asymmetry, simplified forms, and striking contrasts, often with gold or silver backgrounds to create a sense of elegance and drama. Ogata Kōrin’s plum blossoms are a perfect example: his flowing lines and minimal yet expressive details capture both the essence and beauty of nature in a refined, almost abstract way.
