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Hinazura of Chojiya from the series Beauties as the Seven Komachi, c. 1793-97. Creator
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Hinazura of Chojiya from the series Beauties as the Seven Komachi, c. 1793-97. Creator
Hinazura of Chojiya from the series Beauties as the Seven Komachi, c. 1793-97. Seven plays based on legends from the life of 9th-century poet Ono no Komachi served as the source for this print series. To the left, entertainer Takigawa gazes at a hanging scroll depicting Komachi as she appears in a scene from the play The Gravestone. To the right, Hinazura looks at a caged bird, symbolizing the play The Parrot, in which Komachi responds to a poem sent to her by the Emperor Yozei with a poem with just one syllable changed
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1615 1868 1769 1825 Ink And Colour On Paper Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Japanese Color Woodblock Print
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This print titled "Hinazura of Chojiya from the series Beauties as the Seven Komachi" takes us back to the late 18th century in Japan. Created between 1793 and 1797, this exquisite piece is part of a larger series inspired by seven plays based on legends from the life of Ono no Komachi, a renowned poet from the 9th century. In this particular scene, we are presented with two intriguing characters. To the left stands entertainer Takigawa, his gaze fixed upon a hanging scroll depicting Komachi herself in a scene from The Gravestone play. The intensity in his eyes suggests deep admiration for her poetic prowess and beauty. On the right side of the print, Hinazura captivates our attention as she gazes at a caged bird. This symbolizes The Parrot play, where Komachi responds to an Emperor's poem with just one syllable changed. It speaks volumes about her wit and intelligence. The artist behind this masterpiece is Utagawa Toyokuni, who skillfully employed ink and color on paper during Japan's Edo period (1615-1868). With delicate brushstrokes and vibrant hues, he brings these characters to life while capturing their emotions and stories. Now housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this Heritage Art/Heritage Images photograph allows us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic excellence. It serves as a window into Japanese culture during that era –
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