24 / Display & Care

How to display geta

When displaying geta, show not only the front but the side, sole, shadow, and rise of the hanao so the object reads in three dimensions.

What to observe

Consider plinth height, wall distance, light direction, and stability. Consult a specialist for attachment methods appropriate to the object and space.

A kiri-geta observation image — Study wood, hanao, and structure from more than one angle.

A geta form image — Study wood, hanao, and structure from more than one angle.

Thinking as a collection

For display editions, a plinth, hardware, installation diagram, and storage note can all be part of the work’s specification.

Before buying or displaying

This guide is editorially informed by a classification of public web, social, collection, and market information. Verify an individual work’s place, maker, date, and specifications with its maker or seller before purchase.

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Editorial note for this page

This is a guide for observation and comparison. Historical attribution, repair, conservation, and wear safety vary by object, condition, and environment.