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Shiohi no tsuto (Gifts from the Ebb Tide), known as the Shell Book
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Shiohi no tsuto (Gifts from the Ebb Tide), known as the Shell Book
3071988 Shiohi no tsuto (Gifts from the Ebb Tide), known as the Shell Book, 1789 (colour woodblock print) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Production notes: album of kyA'ka verse for the akera poetry group printed in colours from woodblocks, with eight double-page illustrations. preface by akera kankA and colophon by chieda no hanamoto, published by tsutaya jnzaburA'. first edition, in original dark blue covers painted in gold and silver with plovers, waves and bands of mist; hand-written title-slip. acquisition credit: bought with a contribution from the national art collections fund.); eFitzwilliam Museum; Japanese, out of copyright
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Album Edo Period Kitagawa Utamaro Language Script Texts Utamaro Verses Woodcut
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Shiohi no tsuto (Gifts from the Ebb Tide), known as the Shell Book, captured in this vibrant colour woodblock print by Utamaro, takes us on a poetic journey through the beauty of nature. This exquisite piece, housed at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, UK, showcases an album of kyA'ka verse for the akera poetry group. The print features eight double-page illustrations that depict scenes inspired by delicate haiku-like verses. Each page is adorned with intricate details and rich hues meticulously crafted from woodblocks. The preface by akera kankA and colophon by chieda no hanamoto add further depth to this artistic masterpiece. Utamaro's first edition Shell Book is presented in its original dark blue covers painted with gold and silver accents depicting plovers, waves, and bands of mist. The hand-written title-slip adds a touch of authenticity to this remarkable work. Acquired with support from the national art collections fund, this print exemplifies Utamaro's mastery in capturing not only visual beauty but also evoking emotions through his artistry. It serves as a testament to Japanese literature and language during the Edo period. As we gaze upon this image filled with script and poetry intertwined seamlessly within its design, we are transported back to 18th-century Japan—a time when Kitagawa Utamaro's talent flourished alongside his contemporaries.
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