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Bugaku Dancer

Photographer Credit: Jonathan LeyEarly 20th century

Portland Japanese Garden

Portland Japanese Garden
Portland, United States

Practiced in Japan for more than 1,000 years, bugaku is a
collection of dances with refined choreography. Performers
wear a variety of costumes and are accompanied by a
specific type of music (gagaku). Historically, it was performed
almost exclusively for the imperial court.

From The Marian P. Miller Collection.

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  • Title: Bugaku Dancer
  • Creator: Photographer Credit: Jonathan Ley
  • Date Created: Early 20th century
  • Medium: Ivory
Portland Japanese Garden

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