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Fine Art Print : Women in a Tea House, late 1780s. Creator: Kubo Shunman (1757-1820)
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Women in a Tea House, late 1780s. Creator: Kubo Shunman (1757-1820)
Women in a Tea House, late 1780s. This elegant print provides a glimpse into the private life of the courtesan, recording a quiet moment of enjoying tea. Shunman often depicted bijin (beautiful women) in a landscape setting, using subdued colour harmonies featuring grays, pale green, and pale purple. In addition to being a printmaker, Shunman was also an accomplished painter, poet, and skilled worker in metal inlay and lacquer
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1615 1868 Kubo Shunman Kubo Shunman 1757 1820 1757 1820 Colour Woodblock Print
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Women in a Tea House' by Kubo Shunman (1757-1820). This captivating print, from Heritage Art/Heritage Images, offers a rare glimpse into the refined world of courtesans in Japan during the late 1780s. Delicately rendered brushstrokes capture the tranquility of a moment shared between women as they enjoy a traditional tea ceremony. Transport yourself to another era with this beautiful and intriguing work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite print titled "Women in a Tea House, late 1780s" by Kubo Shunman offers a captivating glimpse into the hidden world of courtesans during the Edo period in Japan. The artwork beautifully captures a serene moment as these women indulge in the pleasure of tea. Shunman's talent for depicting bijin, or beautiful women, is evident through his delicate use of subdued colors such as grays, pale green, and pale purple. Beyond being an accomplished printmaker, Shunman was also a versatile artist with skills ranging from painting to poetry and metalwork. His mastery shines through this particular piece as he expertly portrays not only the physical beauty but also the inner tranquility of these women. The image transports us back to a time when tea houses were sanctuaries where courtesans could momentarily escape their public roles and find solace among friends. It invites us to contemplate their lives beyond societal expectations and appreciate them as individuals with desires and dreams. Preserved by The Cleveland Museum of Art, this color woodblock print stands as a testament to both Shunman's artistic prowess and the rich cultural heritage of Japan during that era. As we admire this remarkable work today, it serves as a reminder that art has always been an invaluable medium for capturing fleeting moments that would otherwise be lost to time.
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