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Syllable - Fu from the series Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Prints, c. 1770-1773 (woodblock on paper)
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Syllable - Fu from the series Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Prints, c. 1770-1773 (woodblock on paper)
6437452 Syllable - Fu from the series Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Prints, c.1770-1773 (woodblock on paper) by Shunsho, Katsukawa (1726-93); 21.7x15.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: From a series of 22 prints illustrating the 11th century novel Tales of Ise. Dominant colour is green to yellow-green, with pale sepia brown and yellow ochre to pale orange. A courtier in left foreground, with closed fan; standing outside, in garden of house, at opening of which supporting a blind which she has raised, is a lady in kimono with maple-leaf design, with whom he is conversing. Flowering cherry in background. At top corner of each print is a single character (of Kana type) each different and enclosed in circle (0.8cm diameter).); © Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery
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Balcony Bloom Blossom Blossoming Cherry Courtesan Courtier Courtiers Edo Period Edo Period 1603 1868 Giardini Kimono Tales Tokugawa Period Veranda Woodblock Tale
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This woodblock print, titled "Syllable - Fu from the series Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Prints" transports us to 18th-century Japan. Created by the talented artist Shunsho Katsukawa, this exquisite piece measures 21.7x15.1 cm and is housed at the Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK. Part of a larger series depicting scenes from the renowned 11th-century novel Tales of Ise, this particular print showcases a courtier engaged in conversation with a lady in a stunning kimono adorned with maple-leaf designs. The dominant colors range from green to yellow-green, complemented by hints of pale sepia brown and yellow ochre to pale orange. The intricate details within this artwork are truly mesmerizing. A flowering cherry tree stands tall in the background, adding an element of natural beauty to the scene. Atop each print is a single character enclosed within a circle, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Transport yourself back to Edo period Japan as you admire this remarkable woodblock print's craftsmanship and elegance. From the delicate folds of their garments to their poised expressions, every aspect tells a story that resonates through time. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture and literature as you explore this enchanting artwork that captures both beauty and tradition with gracefulness unparalleled.
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