Original artwork shikishi card (色紙) features an Emperor and Empress, representing the traditional Hinamatsuri (雛祭り, Doll Festival) dolls, also known as Hina Ningyō (雛人形).
The Empress (left) and Emperor (right) are dressed in elaborate Heian-style court attire. The Empress wears a richly patterned kimono with red, gold, and green motifs, while the Emperor wears a regal white robe adorned with traditional crests and a distinct Heian-style headpiece.
Their clothing features intricate patterns, including pine trees, bamboo, and floral elements, symbolizing longevity, good fortune, and prosperity.
This shikishi celebrates Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day, March 3rd), a festival where families display Hina dolls to pray for the health, happiness, and prosperity of their daughters. The emperor and empress figures represent an idealized courtly couple, symbolizing harmony and blessings for the future.
