Hina Collection

Japanese Dolls / Owners
Dolls displayed in the childrens festival at Hina-no-matsuri, Japan

Japanese Hina Dolls - associated with an annual Dolls Festival on 3 March each year, a special day, especially for girls, who display their dolls and invite guests to a grand dinner'

Hina, 1891-93. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Hina, 1891-93

Design for a Fan Featuring a Landscape and a Statue of the Goddess Hina, 1900 / 03
Design for a Fan Featuring a Landscape and a Statue of the Goddess Hina, 1900/03

Mahana atua (Day of the God), 1894 / 95. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Mahana atua (Day of the God), 1894/95

Tahitian Idol—the Goddess Hina, 1894 / 95. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Tahitian Idol--the Goddess Hina, 1894/95

Mahana no atua (Day of the God), 1894. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Mahana no atua (Day of the God), 1894

Hina and Fatu, c. 1892 (tamanu wood)
995933 Hina and Fatu, c.1892 (tamanu wood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); height: 32.7 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; (add.info.: Hina and Fatu, Tahitian deities of the moon and earth)

Tahitian Idol, The Goddess Hina, 1894-95 (wood-block print on end-grain boxwood)
3499997 Tahitian Idol, The Goddess Hina, 1894-95 (wood-block print on end-grain boxwood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 14.8x12 cm; (add.info)

The Moon and the Earth, 1893 (oil on burlap)
3700870 The Moon and the Earth, 1893 (oil on burlap) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 114.3A--62.6 cm; Museum of Modern Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Reo tahiti: Hina Tefatou; In Polynesian mythology)

Hina, (bronze with brown patina)
652435 Hina, (bronze with brown patina) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); height: 36.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hina. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903). Bronze with brown patina

Tahitian Idol, The Goddess Hina, 1894-95 (wood-block print)
3500005 Tahitian Idol, The Goddess Hina, 1894-95 (wood-block print) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 14.8x11.9 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Hina and Te Fatou, (bronze with brown patina)
652432 Hina and Te Fatou, (bronze with brown patina) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); height: 32.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hina and Te Fatou. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)

Man with long fingernails and pipe circa hina, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

The Great Buddha, 1899
BAL69901 The Great Buddha, 1899 by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 134x95 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; French, out of copyright

Japanese Feast of Dolls
Every year, on the third day of the third month, the Hina Matsuri - Feast of Dolls - is celebrated in Japanese homes, girls receiving new additions to their collections. Date: 1899

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"Hina: The Enchanting World of Japanese Dolls and Goddesses" Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of Hina, where ancient traditions and divine beauty intertwine. From delicate Japanese Hina dolls to mesmerizing depictions by renowned artist Paul Gauguin, this enchanting collection transports you to a world steeped in culture and mythology. Step into a realm where owners cherish their cherished Japanese Hina dolls, passed down through generations as symbols of prosperity and protection. These intricately crafted figurines tell tales of tradition, grace, and elegance that have captivated hearts for centuries. Discover the masterpieces created by Paul Gauguin himself, such as "Hina, " an exquisite creation from 1891-93 that showcases his artistic genius. Gauguin's "Design for a Fan Featuring a Landscape and a Statue of the Goddess Hina" (1900/03) takes you on an ethereal journey through lush landscapes adorned with statues honoring this revered deity. Delve deeper into Gauguin's exploration of Polynesian culture with his works like "Mahana atua (Day of the God)" (1894/95) and "Tahitian Idol—the Goddess Hina" (1894/95). Through these vibrant paintings, he captures the essence of Tahitian spirituality while paying homage to the goddess who holds immense significance in their beliefs. Marvel at sculptures like "Hina and Fatu" (c. 1892), carved meticulously from tamanu wood—a testament to both craftsmanship and reverence towards deities. The bronze sculpture titled simply "Hina" exudes timeless beauty with its brown patinated surface—an embodiment of strength intertwined with femininity. The allure continues with wood-block prints such as "Tahitian Idol—The Goddess Hina" (1894-95), which brings forth intricate details etched onto end-grain boxwood. Each stroke tells stories of divine power and mythical tales that have shaped the Polynesian culture.