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Act 5 (Godanme), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Act 5 (Godanme), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39
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Act 5 (Godanme), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Act 5 (Godanme), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39
Act 5 (Godanme), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39. During a heavy rainstorm in the mountains near Kyoto, an old peasant kneels and begs for mercy. Sadakuro, with a tattered umbrella, snatches the old man's purse and kills him with a sword
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The print captures a dramatic scene from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)" by Ando Hiroshige. In Act 5 (Godanme), set in the Edo period, we witness a heavy rainstorm in the mountains near Kyoto. Amidst this tempestuous backdrop, an old peasant kneels on the ground, desperately begging for mercy. However, his pleas fall on deaf ears as Sadakuro, portrayed with a tattered umbrella, callously snatches the old man's purse and swiftly ends his life with a sword. The contrast between their characters is striking - one displaying vulnerability and desperation while the other exudes cruelty and indifference. Hiroshige's mastery of color woodblock printing is evident in this artwork. The vibrant hues bring to life both nature's fury and human emotions. The stormy atmosphere adds tension to an already gripping narrative. This piece not only showcases Hiroshige's artistic skill but also delves into themes of power dynamics, morality, and loyalty prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder of how far people are willing to go for revenge or personal gain. "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers" remains an enduring tale within Japanese literature and theater. Through this image, viewers are transported back to feudal Japan where honor clashes with treachery amidst tumultuous times.
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