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Foreigners with an Elephant (colour woodblock print)
1766570 Foreigners with an Elephant (colour woodblock print) by Yoshitora, Utagawa (fl.c.1836-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foreigners with an Elephant. Utagawa Yoshitora (fl.1840-1880). Triptych); Photo © Christies Images
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Artist Japanese Artist Male Asian Art Asian Artist Asian Painting Early Eighteenth Century Elephant Examining Far East Floating World Foreigner Heavy Human Role Inspect Inspecting Inspection Japanese Art Japanese Artist Japanese Painting Japanese Prints Large Male Artist Oban One Animal Oriental Printed Prints Scale Size Small Group Small Group Of People Tate E Tate E School Ukiyo Ukiyo E Ukiyo E School Yoko E Ethnic Origin Utagawa Yoshitora Yoshitora
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This colour woodblock print by Utagawa Yoshitora, titled "Foreigners with an Elephant" takes us back to the early 18th century in Asia. The image showcases a small group of people, including foreigners and locals, standing in awe before a majestic elephant. The composition is rich in details and cultural significance, reflecting the artist's mastery of the ukiyo-e school style. Yoshitora skillfully captures the full length of both humans and animal, emphasizing their scale and posture. The caucasian ethnicity of one foreigner adds an intriguing element to this scene. As we delve into this artwork, we are transported to a time when Japan was fascinated by exotic creatures from distant lands. The inspection of the elephant symbolizes not only curiosity but also a desire for knowledge about different cultures. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings life to every aspect of this print – from the heavy presence of the elephant itself to the expressions on each person's face as they examine it closely. This piece serves as a testament to Yoshitora's talent as a Japanese artist. Overall, "Foreigners with an Elephant" offers us a glimpse into cross-cultural encounters during the 18th century Far East. It reminds us that art has always been a powerful medium for exploring human connections and understanding our place in the world.
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