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Tsukasa of the "giya, Kamuro Akeba, and Kocho, c. 1795-97 (color woodcut)
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Tsukasa of the "giya, Kamuro Akeba, and Kocho, c. 1795-97 (color woodcut)
1067806 Tsukasa of the "giya, Kamuro Akeba, and Kocho, c.1795-97 (color woodcut) by Eishi, Hosada (1756-1829) (after); 37.8x25.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 22646472
© gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg / Bridgeman Images
East Asia East Asian Mirror Mirrors Ogiya Vain Vanity
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This color woodcut, titled "Tsukasa of the 'giya, Kamuro Akeba, and Kocho" transports us to late 18th-century Japan. Created by Eishi Hosada in 1795-97, this exquisite print measures 37.8x25.7 cm and is housed at the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas. The artwork showcases three elegant women immersed in their own reflections. Dressed in traditional attire, they exude grace and beauty that epitomize East Asian aesthetics. The central figure, Tsukasa of the 'giya, gazes intently into a mirror held delicately before her face. Her expression reveals a sense of self-awareness and pride as she meticulously adjusts her appearance. Flanking Tsukasa are two kamuros - young attendants who assist courtesans like her within the ogiya (a high-class brothel). Kamuro Akeba stands on the left while Kocho graces the right side of the composition. Both kamuros also hold mirrors but seem more intrigued by their mistress's reflection than their own. This woodcut captures not only physical beauty but also explores themes of vanity and introspection prevalent during that era in Japanese culture. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these characters to life, allowing us to appreciate both their external allure and inner contemplation. As we admire this masterpiece from Eishi Hosada's repertoire, it serves as a reminder of Japan's rich artistic heritage and its enduring
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