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Japan: Art Deco moga or modern girl dancing, Woodblock print, ink and colours on paper, Kobayakawa Kiyoshi (1899-1948), 1932
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Japan: Art Deco moga or modern girl dancing, Woodblock print, ink and colours on paper, Kobayakawa Kiyoshi (1899-1948), 1932
Modern girls ( modan gaaru, also shortened to moga ) were Japanese women who followed Westernized fashions and lifestyles in the 1920s. These moga were Japans equivalent of Americas flappers, Indias kallege ladki, Germanys neue Frauen, Frances garconnes, or Chinas modeng xiaojie.
The period was characterized by the emergence of working class young women with access to money and consumer goods. Modern girls were depicted as living in the cities, being financially and emotionally independent and choosing their own suitors
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1932 Advertising Art Deco Asian Dance Design Fashion Graphic Design Japan Japanese Poster Poster Art Propaganda Style Woodblock Wood Block
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This print titled "Japan: Art Deco moga or modern girl dancing" showcases the vibrant spirit of the 1920s in Japan. Created by renowned artist Kobayakawa Kiyoshi, this woodblock print beautifully captures the essence of a modan gaaru, also known as a modern girl. During this era, young Japanese women embraced Westernized fashions and lifestyles, similar to flappers in America or neue Frauen in Germany. These moga were independent and financially empowered individuals who resided in urban areas, making their own choices when it came to love and life. The artwork depicts a graceful dancer adorned with elegant attire that reflects the art deco style prevalent during that time. With ink and colors on paper, Kiyoshi skillfully brings out the energy and dynamism of her movements. This print not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also provides insight into the social changes occurring in Japan during this period. It is a testament to the emergence of working-class women who had access to money and consumer goods, marking a significant shift in society's perception of gender roles. Through its graphic design elements reminiscent of advertising propaganda posters, this image encapsulates both style and fashion trends from Asia while celebrating the empowering journey of these modern girls.
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