Kichizaemon Katsukawa Collection
Kichizaemon Katsukawa, a renowned artist of the Edo period, captured the essence of everyday life in his exquisite woodblock prints
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Kichizaemon Katsukawa, a renowned artist of the Edo period, captured the essence of everyday life in his exquisite woodblock prints. One such masterpiece is "The Waitress Ohisa of the Takashimaya, " where he skillfully portrays a young woman serving customers with grace and elegance. In another work titled "Yagenbori" from his series "Fashionable Sands of Edo, " Katsukawa transports us to bustling streets filled with vibrant characters and their unique fashion choices. "The Eleventh Month" showcases Katsukawa's talent for depicting popular customs during specific times of the year. Here, we witness people engaging in autumnal activities amidst colorful foliage. Similarly, in "The Sixth Month, " part of his series on popular customs, we are transported to a lively summer scene where people enjoy various outdoor pastimes. Kichizaemon also delved into other themes beyond daily life; he portrayed sumo wrestlers like Tanikaze alongside waitresses such as Okita from Naniwaya. These prints capture both strength and beauty within one frame. In his series "Twelve Hours of the Floating World, " Katsukawa explores different aspects of Japanese society at different times throughout the day. The print titled "Ox" depicts an ox resting peacefully under a moonlit sky—a serene moment frozen in time. Other works by Kichizaemon include scenes featuring women admiring peonies or visiting shrines like Masaki Inari Shrine—an exploration of femininity and spirituality intertwined. He also captures leisurely moments like women boarding pleasure boats or strolling by moats—evoking a sense of tranquility and escape from city life. Finally, Kichizaemon's print titled "Playing Battledore and Shuttlecock on New Year's Day" celebrates tradition and joyous festivities surrounding this special occasion. And lastly, we join a picnic party at Hagidera, where people gather to enjoy nature's beauty and each other's company.