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The Exiled Poet Nakamaro (Abe no Nakamaro), c1838. Artist: Hokusai
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The Exiled Poet Nakamaro (Abe no Nakamaro), c1838. Artist: Hokusai
The Exiled Poet Nakamaro (Abe no Nakamaro), c1838. A hand-coloured woodblock print from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse ( Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki ), published c1838
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The Exiled Poet Nakamaro - A Glimpse into 19th Century Japan
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. This hand-coloured woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Hokusai in c1838, offers us a window into the world of Abe no Nakamaro, an exiled poet. The image belongs to the series "One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse" published around the same time. In this stunning artwork, we see Nakamaro standing proudly against a backdrop that showcases Japan's natural beauty. A majestic river flows behind him, symbolizing both his longing for home and his separation from it. The flag fluttering above him represents his unwavering loyalty to his country despite being forced into exile. Nakamaro himself is depicted as a distinguished figure with an air of melancholy about him. His vibrant attire and dignified posture reflect his status as a prominent male literary figure during this era. Hokusai's meticulous attention to detail brings out every nuance of emotion on Nakamaro's face, revealing the depth of sorrow he carries within. As we delve deeper into this piece, we are transported not only to 19th century Japan but also into Nakamaro's inner world—a realm filled with longing and nostalgia for his homeland. Through Hokusai's masterful printing technique and use of color, we can almost feel Nakamaro's yearning for freedom from exile. "The Exiled Poet Nakamaro" serves as a poignant
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