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New Yoshiwara (Shin Yoshiwara), from the series Famous Places in the Eastern Capital, early 1830s
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New Yoshiwara (Shin Yoshiwara), from the series Famous Places in the Eastern Capital, early 1830s
New Yoshiwara (Shin Yoshiwara), from the series Famous Places in the Eastern Capital, early 1830s. In this dramatic night scene, Kuniyoshi emphasized the moon and its huge glowing halo. He employed Western-style shadows beneath the figures and the palanquin. The man at the center is singing with his mouth wide open. Perhaps he is headed home after drinking in New Yoshiwara, the pleasure quarter, visible only as a series of low rooflines in the background beyond the rice paddies. The chatting pair and wealthy passenger inside the palanquin may be on their way to the pleasure quarter
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1615 1868 1797 1861 Utagawa Kuniyoshi Utagawa Kuniyoshi Japanese Colour Woodblock Print
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This print titled "New Yoshiwara (Shin Yoshiwara), from the series Famous Places in the Eastern Capital, early 1830s" by Utagawa Kuniyoshi takes us back to the vibrant streets of Edo period Japan. The artist skillfully captures a dramatic night scene, with the moon shining brightly and casting a halo-like glow over everything it touches. Kuniyoshi's unique approach is evident in his use of Western-style shadows beneath the figures and palanquin, adding depth and dimension to the composition. At the center of attention stands a man singing passionately with his mouth wide open, perhaps on his way home after indulging in drinks at New Yoshiwara, known as the pleasure quarter. Intriguingly, New Yoshiwara can only be seen as a series of low rooflines in the background beyond rice paddies. This subtle hint adds an air of mystery to this bustling district that was renowned for its entertainment establishments. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we notice a pair engaged in conversation while accompanying a wealthy passenger inside a palanquin. It is quite possible that they are en route to experience all that New Yoshiwara has to offer. With its rich colors and intricate details, this color woodblock print transports us back in time and offers us a glimpse into one aspect of Japanese culture during this fascinating period.
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