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Carp Swimming Upstream, Edo period, mid 1820s (colour woodblock print)
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Carp Swimming Upstream, Edo period, mid 1820s (colour woodblock print)
FSG349096 Carp Swimming Upstream, Edo period, mid 1820s (colour woodblock print) by Hokkei, Toyota (1780-1850); 37.3 x 25.2 cm; Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: woodblock print; ink and colour on paper; ); Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution; The Anne van Biema Collection; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 22376772
© Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution The Anne van Biema Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the essence of nature's resilience and determination. "Carp Swimming Upstream, Edo period, mid 1820s" by Hokkei Toyota is a stunning representation of the carp's symbolic journey against the current. The vibrant colors and intricate details in this colour woodblock print transport viewers to Japan's Edo period. The image showcases a school of carps gracefully swimming upstream, defying all odds and embracing their innate strength. Each fish is meticulously depicted with its scales shimmering in hues of red, orange, and gold. Their synchronized movements create a mesmerizing visual spectacle that speaks volumes about perseverance and ambition. Hokkei masterfully captures the energy and spirit of these majestic creatures through his skillful use of ink and color on paper. The delicate lines and precise brushwork highlight every curve and contour, breathing life into each individual carp. Displayed at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in the Smithsonian Institution, this artwork from The Anne van Biema Collection serves as a reminder that even when faced with adversity or going against societal norms, one can find inspiration in nature's unwavering determination. "Carp Swimming Upstream" invites us to reflect on our own journeys - reminding us that sometimes it takes courage to swim against the tide but doing so can lead to extraordinary achievements.
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