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Fox Fires on New Year's Eve at the Changing Tree in Oji (Oji shozoku enoki omisoka no kits... 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige)
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Fox Fires on New Year's Eve at the Changing Tree in Oji (Oji shozoku enoki omisoka no kits... 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige)
Fox Fires on New Year's Eve at the Changing Tree in Oji (Oji shozoku enoki omisoka no kitsunebi), from the series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei)", 1857
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Cartouche Changing Edo Japan Legend Legendary New Year New Years Eve Oji Nara Japan One Hundred Famous Views Of Edo Ando Hiroshige Ando Utagawa Hiroshige Color Woodblock Print Hiroshige Ando Hiroshige I Hiroshige Ichiyusai Hiroshige Utagawa Ichiryusai Ichiyusai Hiroshige Oban Utagawa Hiroshige
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Fox Fires on New Year's Eve at the Changing Tree in Oji" is a stunning woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Ando Hiroshige, created in 1857 as part of his famous series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" (Meisho Edo hyakkei). This image depicts the magical scene of fox fires, or kitsunebi, on a New Year's Eve night in Oji, a district in Nara, Japan. The print captures the essence of the Edo period (1603-1868) and the Tokugawa shogunate, showcasing the rich cultural traditions and legends of Japan. The title "Oji shozoku enoki omisoka no kitsunebi" translates to "Fox Fires on New Year's Eve at the Changing Tree in Oji," referring to the belief that foxes would gather around the changing tree, a sacred tree believed to transform into a fox on New Year's Eve, and illuminate the night with their mystical fires. The print features a group of people gathered around the tree, admiring the fox fires, while the trees and plants are depicted in various shades of grey, contrasting with the warm orange and yellow hues of the fires. The cartouche at the bottom left of the print includes the artist's name, "Hiroshige," and the title of the series, "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo." This masterpiece of ukiyo-e art is a testament to the artistic school of the time, which emphasized the beauty of nature and the passing of the seasons. The intricate details and vibrant colors, achieved through the traditional woodblock printing technique, make this print a true treasure of Asian art and a must-see for any art lover or history enthusiast. The Art Institute of Chicago is fortunate to have this exquisite piece in its collection, allowing us to appreciate the artistic genius of Ando Hiroshige and the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the Edo period.
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