Takako Hasegawa mastered the art of Yuzen in Kyoto, Japan’s cultural and artistic capital. Since coming to the United States she has greatly expanded her portfolio, which includes several commissioned works for private collectors. She has demonstrated the art of Yuzen for various shows, including the Asian Art Museum’s 1997 and 2001 programs.
Her work is both magical and exciting, yet holding to the highest quality and exacting standards of this ancient specialized art. Her innovative art combines, Yuzen, fabric quilting, and embroidery, in many modalities from one-of-a- kind framed pieces to elegant scarves and clothing.
Please visit again as examples of her work will be added.
Yuzen During the Momoyama (1573-1615) to the Edo periods (16126-1867) kosode (classical kimono) blossomed because textile production in Japan reached its highest level of accomplishment in weaving technique, design and dyed garmets. The remarkable development of dyestuffs and an expanded palette in this period enhanced the complex and sophisticated designs to individualize costumes and provided designers a great opportunity to develop their creative potential. Yuzen is the art of painting with dye and is sometimes complimented with embroidery and adhesive gold foils and paints.
Toki
Toki is Japanese for the endangered Japanese crested ibis bird native to Japan. The endangered ibis is a symbol for the struggle for survival of traditional arts in Japan. Takako Hasegawa is dedicated to preserving the ancient craft of Yuzen.