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Sudden Shower in the Summer Heat (Shochu no yudachi) (colour woodblock print)
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Sudden Shower in the Summer Heat (Shochu no yudachi) (colour woodblock print)
5043707 Sudden Shower in the Summer Heat (Shochu no yudachi) (colour woodblock print) by Kunisada, Utagawa (Toyokuni III) (1786-1865); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Triptych, three barefooted women with umbrellas in a summer shower, the girls names are inscribed on the umbrellas. Publisher: Hayashiya Shogoro. Signed: Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi ga. Publishers seal: Hayashiya Shogoro. Censors seal: Fukushima, Muramatsu.); eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Japanese, out of copyright
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This print titled "Sudden Shower in the Summer Heat" transports us to a rainy summer evening in Japan. Created by Kunisada, Utagawa (Toyokuni III), this colour woodblock print beautifully captures the essence of a sudden downpour amidst sweltering heat. The triptych composition showcases three barefooted women gracefully navigating through the rain with their umbrellas. As we gaze at this artwork, we are drawn to the intricate details inscribed on each umbrella, revealing the names of these young girls. Their delicate figures and elegant postures exude both vulnerability and resilience as they face nature's unpredictable elements. The publisher's seal, Hayashiya Shogoro, adds authenticity to this masterpiece while Kuniyoshi ga's signature signifies Kunisada's artistic prowess. Censors seals Fukushima and Muramatsu further authenticate its historical significance. This image not only captivates our visual senses but also sparks curiosity about meteorology and climate science. It reminds us of how weather can transform an ordinary moment into something extraordinary, evoking emotions that range from tranquility to excitement. Displayed at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK, this Japanese woodblock print continues to enchant viewers across generations with its timeless beauty. As we admire it today, let us appreciate the skillful craftsmanship involved in creating such a mesmerizing piece of art that transcends time and cultural boundaries.
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