Timeline by Amelia Bojanowski

Taima Mandala Kamakura period (1185–1333) created by: Chūjō-hime

2023-11-16 17:17:02 UTC

The Taima Mandala is a Japanese Buddhist mandala believed to have been created in the late 14th century, during the Muromachi period (1336–1573). This period is characterized by the flourishing of Zen Buddhism and the development of traditional arts.

The Taima Mandala is a painted representation of the Pure Land of Buddhism, depicting Amida Buddha surrounded by various bodhisattvas and celestial beings. The artifact is renowned for its intricate details and vibrant colors, reflecting the artistic style of the Muromachi period. The mandala's features, such as its symmetrical composition and emphasis on divine figures, align with the spiritual and aesthetic preferences of the time, showcasing the cultural and religious influences prevalent during the Muromachi era in Japan.

Sueki (Sue) Ware (~450 CE)

dcorvelo1 — 2023-11-16 17:21:23 UTC

Sue Ware was first produced during the mid-fifth century (~450 CE). It was made out of blue-gray clay. These thin-bodied, hard pottery pieces had to be heated to a temperature of 1,200°F. Some objects have a green color because in the latter half of the seventh century (~675 CE), Sue Ware would be covered by a green glaze. It is not known who originally created these types of artifacts, but they were likely from Korea. The earliest Sue Ware date back to the Kofun period (300-538 CE).

Source: https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/kofu/hd_kofu.htm

Written By: Derek Corvelo

Fudō Myōō (Achala-vidyārāja) 12th century

abojanowski — 2023-11-16 17:22:17 UTC

Fudō Myōō was created during the 12th century. It was made during the Heian Period (794–1185). The artifact is a very widely represented Buddhist deity. Myōō is also known as a King of Brightness. Originally the structure was made of six pieces of hollowed out wood. The artifact includes intricate details of gold leaf and colored lacquer to add to the artifact. The Heian period included a lot of Buddhist art and architecture, and as Buddhist deity structure this fits that category. The Heian period also saw a increase in the Japanese painting style jamato-e. There was a focus on indigenous subjects and scrolls were often used.

By: Amelia Bojanowski

Source: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/44842

Armor (Yoroi) of Ashikaga Takauji (1305–1358) created by: Ashikaga Takauji

2023-11-16 17:23:12 UTC

The armor (yoroi) of Ashikaga Takauji was created in the 14th century during the Muromachi period in Japan, specifically between 1338 and 1573. Crafted during a tumultuous era marked by civil strife, the armor reflects the functional yet elegant design characteristic of the time. Typically, Muromachi-period armor features a blend of practicality and artistic flair, with an emphasis on durability and maneuverability. Ashikaga Takauji's armor likely incorporates these traits, with intricate detailing and skilled craftsmanship, embodying the aesthetic sensibilities of the Muromachi period.

Carriage-Wheel Stone Bracelet (Sharinseki)

dcorvelo1 — 2023-11-16 17:35:23 UTC

Sharinsekis were irregular disks with flutters that were carved out of stone. They were likely worn as a type of bracelet. It is hypothesized that they had a religious significance in a pre-Buddhist Japan. They started mass use during the fourth century, during the Kofun period (300-538 AD). It is, to this day, unknown who made these artifacts.

Source: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/45537

Written By: Derek Corvelo

Map of Japan

2023-11-16 17:38:41 UTC

Middle Jomon(2500-1500 BC)

ekhan2_ — 2023-11-16 17:42:01 UTC

Daigi Style Pottery

Pottery decorated with applique was made in various areas. In the northern Tohoku region and the southern Hokkaido region, upper layer-type cylindrical pottery with a rim shaped like four waves and clay applique on the surface was made.

https://jomon-japan.jp/en/learn/jomon-culture#c02

“Devadatta,” Chapter 12 of the Lotus Sutra (Hoke-kyō, Daibadatta-bon) 12th century

abojanowski — 2023-11-16 17:42:03 UTC

The Devadatta dates to the 12th century and it is part of the Lotus Sutra. It is a frontispiece of a scroll. Scrolls and indigenous figures were very prevalent in Heian art, which was from the Heian Period (794–1185). Intricate details of gold were also included in Heian culture. The artifacts represents the eight year old daughter of the Dragon King. She emerges from her palace beneath the sea to offer a jewel to the Buddha at Eagle Peak. Artifacts including the Buddha were also common during the Heian period.

By: Amelia Bojanowski

Source: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/44851

Final Jomon(1500 - 300 BC)

ekhan2_ — 2023-11-16 17:43:33 UTC

Elaborately decorated Kamegaoka-type pottery was made in the northern Tohoku region and the southern Hokkaido region. It showed quite a contrast to the austerely decorated pottery made in western Japan.

https://jomon-japan.jp/en/learn/jomon-culture#c02