Cushion : Sights of Yokohama, Musashi province - Englishman

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Sights of Yokohama, Musashi province - Englishman

Sights of Yokohama, Musashi province - Englishman. Japanese print shows an Englishman smoking a cigar or cigarette while horseback riding. Small illustration in the background showing a temple(?). Date 1860

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Englishman Musashi Sights Yokohama Woodblocks Woodcuts

Cushion

Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.

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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
Sights of Yokohama, Musashi Province - Englishman: A Glimpse into Japan's Intercultural Exchange in the Late 19th Century This Japanese woodblock print, titled "Sights of Yokohama, Musashi Province - Englishman," offers a fascinating glimpse into Japan's rich cultural history during the late 19th century. The print, created in 1860, depicts an Englishman, dressed in Western attire, riding a horse while smoking a cigar. The serene background illustrates a traditional Japanese temple, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of Eastern and Western influences in Yokohama, Musashi Province. The Englishman's presence in this Japanese woodblock print reflects the increasing interaction between Japan and the Western world following the country's forced opening to international trade in 1854. Yokohama, located south of Tokyo Bay, became a major port city and a melting pot of diverse cultures, attracting numerous foreigners, particularly from Europe and America. The woodblock print, with its intricate details and vibrant colors, showcases the artist's skillful blending of Japanese and Western artistic styles. The use of woodcuts and woodblocks was a popular technique for creating prints during this period, which allowed for mass production and dissemination of images. This print serves as a testament to the intriguing interplay of cultures that unfolded in Yokohama during the late 19th century. It invites us to reflect on the profound impact of globalization on Japan and the world, as well as the enduring allure of cross-cultural exchange.

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