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Surimono Collection

Surimono, a term that translates to "printed things, " refers to a unique form of Japanese woodblock prints that emerged during the Edo period

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Surimono Collection: Portrait of a Rabbit, 1867. Creator: Yabu Chosui
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Surimono Collection: The Monkey King Songoku, from the Chinese novel Journey to the West, probably 1824
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Surimono Collection: Minister Hong bows to the Heavenly Teacher, c 1890 reprint. Creator: Watanabe Kazan
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Surimono Collection: The Dancer Hotoke Gozen, 1820s. Creator: Gakutei
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Surimono Collection: The Dancer Hotoke Gozen, 1820s. Creator: Gakutei
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Surimono Collection: Ju, 'Longevity'; The Immortal Wo Quan's Present of Pine Branches to the Emperor Yao, 19th century
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Surimono Collection: Cock Eyeing a Free-standing Screen Painted with Cock, Hen, and Chicks, from Sprin
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Surimono Collection: A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, ca. 1820s
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Surimono Collection: New Year Greeting Card for 'Rat'Year, 1828. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
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Surimono Collection: Utensils for the Incense Ceremony, Incense Master(Kogiki)
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Surimono Collection: Woman by a Plum Tree Matched with the Wisteria Maiden... c. early 1830s. Creator
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Surimono Collection: Stretching Wet Cloth (image 1 of 3), late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
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Surimono Collection: Malted Beans and Clams on a Red Tray. Creator: Hoyu
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Surimono Collection: Screen and Miscellaneous New Year Presents, 19th century. Creator: Ishikawa Kazan
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Surimono Collection: Designs of Fans for Dance, 19th century. Creator: Ishikawa Kazan
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Surimono Collection: Doran (Square Leather Box Used as an Inro) with a Watch as a Netsuke From the Spr... probably 1817
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Surimono Collection: Paper: Fujiwara no Sadaie (Kami: Teika), from the series 'The Four Friends of the Writ... c. 1827
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Surimono Collection: The Filial Son of Yoro from the Ten Moral Lessons (Yoro koshi, Jikkinsho), from the... c. 1821
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Surimono Collection: Nibu Hiroyoshi from the Veritable Records of Three Reigns (Nibu Hiroyoshi, Sandai jitsu... c)
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Surimono Collection: The Filial Child from Shinano Province from the Collection of Stone and Sand (Shinano... c. 1821)
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Surimono Collection: The Filial Son of Kamakura from the Collection of Stone and Sand (Kamakura koshi, Shase... c)
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Surimono Collection: Komatsu Shigemori from the Tales of Heike (Komatsu Shigemori, Heike monogatari), from... c. 1821
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Surimono Collection: Brush: Lady Wei (Fude: Ei fujin), from the series 'The Four Friends of the Writing Table... c.1827
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Surimono Collection: The Ten Great Disciples of Confucius (Komon jittetsu), from the series 'A Set of Ten Fa... c. 1828
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Surimono Collection: Kibi ehime from the Chronicles of Japan (Kibi ehime, Nihongi), from the series 'Twenty-... c. 1821
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Surimono Collection: Satsuma no Fukuyorime from the Veritable Records of Emperor Montoku (Satsuma no Fukuyor... c)
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Surimono Collection: Monkey: Koshindo Hall at Takanawa (Saru, Takanawa Koshindo), from the series 'Famous... c. 1827
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Surimono Collection: Dongfang Shuo (Tohosaku), from the series 'Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by... c. 1821 / 22
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Surimono Collection: Liu Haichan (Gamma), from the series 'Lives of Taoist Immortals Parodied by Courtesa... c. 1821 / 22
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Surimono Collection: The Yang Guifei Cherry Tree (Yokihisakura), from the series 'Cherry Trees for the... c. 1821 / 22
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Surimono Collection: Honma no Suketada from the Chronicles of Grand Peace (Honma no Suketada, Taiheiki)... c. 1821
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Surimono Collection: The Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove (Chikurin shichiken), from the series 'A Set of Ten... c. 1828
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Surimono Collection: The Nine Old Men of Mount Xiang (Kozan kyuro), from the series 'A Set of Ten Famous Num... c. 1828
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Surimono Collection: Two Princesses of the River (Kohi nijo), from the series 'A Set of Ten Famous Numbers... c. 1828
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Surimono Collection: Saishin, from the series 'Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes of... c. 1828 / 30
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Surimono Collection: Oteiroku, from the series 'Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes... c. 1828 / 30
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Surimono Collection: No. 7: Votive paintings of Six Immortal poets, flying geese, and a pagoda made of... c. 1810 s
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Surimono Collection: A Court Lady as Daikoku, from the series 'Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune... c. 1820
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Surimono Collection: A Woman as Ebisu, from the series 'Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune for the... c. 1820
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Surimono Collection: Two Young Attendants on New Years Day from the series 'Seven Women as the Gods of Good... c. 1820
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Surimono Collection: Marigold (Kinsenka) and Rashomon Flowers, from the series 'Collection of Plants for the... 1810s
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Surimono Collection: Cock, Hen, and Rising Sun, from the series 'Seven Bird-and-flower Prints for the Fuyo... c. 1810
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Surimono Collection: Pine Trees, from the series 'Tosa Diary for the Shofudai, Hisakataya, and Bu... early 19th century
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Surimono Collection: Second Illustration of Calligraphy and Painting Party on the Upper Floor of the Manpachiro... 1827
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Surimono Collection: Ichikawa Danjuro's costume for Shibaraku, from the series 'Acting Skills of the Ichi... c. 1818/24
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Surimono Collection: Tale of the Bamboo Cutter by Kose no Omi (Kose no Omi ga Taketori monogatari), from... c. 1804 / 18
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Surimono Collection: Yellow Roses (Yae yamabuki) and Creeping Saxifrages (Yukinoshita), from the series 'Colle... 1810s
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Surimono Collection: Various Spring Flowers, from the series 'Springtime Plants and Trees for the Kasumi Poe... c. 1820


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Surimono, a term that translates to "printed things, " refers to a unique form of Japanese woodblock prints that emerged during the Edo period. These exquisite artworks were not meant for commercial purposes but rather served as private and exclusive gifts or keepsakes among the elite. One captivating example is the portrait of a Rabbit by Yabu Chosui in 1867. With delicate brushwork and intricate details, this surimono captures the charm and playfulness of its subject, showcasing the artist's skillful execution. Another notable piece is The Monkey King Songoku from the Chinese novel Journey to the West, created around 1824. This surimono depicts an iconic character known for his mischievous nature and extraordinary powers, bringing elements of fantasy into this art form. In Cock Eyeing a Free-standing Screen Painted with Cock, Hen, and Chicks from Springtime collection, we witness both humor and beauty combined effortlessly on paper. This delightful composition showcases vibrant colors while portraying various aspects of nature through depictions of roosters and hens. A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection takes us on a journey through time with its depiction of Japan's most revered mountain alongside an elegant poet. Created in the 1820s by an unknown artist, this surimono exemplifies harmony between man-made structures like pagodas and natural landscapes such as cherry blossoms. New Year Greeting Card for "Rat" Year by Yanagawa Shigenobu in 1828 celebrates zodiac symbolism with meticulous craftsmanship. The rat symbolizes intelligence and resourcefulness according to Chinese astrology; thus, this artwork conveys good wishes for prosperity in the coming year. Utensils for Incense Ceremony provides insight into traditional Japanese customs surrounding incense appreciation. Crafted by an incense master named Kogiki during an undisclosed date within history's annals; these utensils embody the elegance and precision required for this ancient ritual.