Kuniyoshi Utagawa Collection
Kuniyoshi Utagawa was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist who created captivating and detailed artworks during the 19th century
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Kuniyoshi Utagawa was a renowned Japanese ukiyo-e artist who created captivating and detailed artworks during the 19th century. His talent for portraiture is evident in pieces like "Portrait of Yada Gorosaemon Suketake" and "Portrait of Yokogawa Kanhei Munenori, " both beautifully captured by Yokogawa Horitake. However, Kuniyoshi's creativity extended beyond portraits. In his work titled "Recovering the Stolen Jewel from the Palace of the Dragon King, " he depicted an exciting scene filled with mythical creatures and heroes on a quest. Another notable piece, "Wu Yong (Chitasei Goyo), " showcases one of his famous series called "One Hundred and Eight Heroes. " This particular print captures Wu Yong, a legendary character known for his strategic brilliance. Kuniyoshi's art also delved into landscapes and nature-inspired themes. For instance, in "Kinugawa Yoemon, " he collaborated with poet Harumichi no Tsuraki to create a harmonious blend of visual beauty and poetic expression. Similarly, in works like "The Star Descends on Echi on the Thirteenth Night of the Ninth Month" and "Sunrise on New Year's Day at Susaki, " Kuniyoshi masterfully portrayed serene moments that celebrate Japan's natural wonders. Not limited to traditional subjects, Kuniyoshi explored historical narratives as well. Through prints such as "Suetsumuhana: Mukan-no-tayu Atsumori" and "Minori: Suzuki Saemon Shigeyuki, " he brought to life stories from Japanese and Chinese folklore with vibrant colors and intricate details. Furthermore, Kuniyoshi paid homage to actors through his series titled "Eight Hundred Heroes of the Japanese Water. " One example is seen in his portrayal of Inue Shinbyoe Masashi, capturing not only their physical appearance but also their theatrical prowess.