Title
Katsura Imperial Villa
Publisher
Lawrence Technological University
Date Created
September 4, 2015
Alternative Title or Name
Miyukimon Gate
Creator
Kobori, Enshū
Creator2
O’Connor, Thomas (photograph)
Creator Nationality
Japanese
Work Type
Single Built Works
Date
April, 1972
Work Location
Japan (nation)
Kyoto (inhabited place)
Style/Period
Edo (Japanese Migration style or period)
Shoin
Subject
gates
villas
Description
View of the Miyukmon Gate at Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto, Japan. "The Miyukimon Gate was used as the entrance exclusively for members of the Imperial Family and their guests. This gate was built on the occasion of the visit of retired Emperor Gomizuno’o in the mid-17th century. Although the gate was torn down later, it was restored during the time of Prince Yakahito. The thatched gable roof is supported by log pillars with the bark still attached. The Miyukimon Gate shares a sense of silence and simplicity that are characteristic of the Katsura Imperial Villa,"--The Wandering Epicures website.
Material/Medium
wood (plant material)
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
LTU-TOJ-922