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Outdoor Amusements at the Kankanro Teahouse in Yoshiwara, c. 1794
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Outdoor Amusements at the Kankanro Teahouse in Yoshiwara, c. 1794
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Al Fresco Blind Mans Buff Blindfold Blindfolded Blindmans Bluff Game Hand Gestures Hoodman Blind Kiyonaga Torii Left Sheet Of Oban Triptych Tea House Teahouse Torii Kiyonaga Triptych Yoshiwara Japan Colour Woodblock Print Pastime
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This vibrant color woodblock print, titled "Outdoor Amusements at the Kankanro Teahouse in Yoshiwara, c. 1794" captures a lively scene from 18th-century Japan during the Edo period. Created by Torii Kiyonaga, a renowned artist of the time, this artwork showcases the essence of leisure and enjoyment in traditional Japanese culture. Set against an idyllic garden backdrop, men and women engage in a popular pastime known as blindman's bluff or hoodman blind. The participants are seen wearing blindfolds while gesturing and interacting with each other playfully. This playful game symbolizes the carefree nature of outdoor amusements during that era. The teahouse itself stands elegantly on one side, providing a serene setting for social gatherings and tea ceremonies. Its architecture reflects the distinctive style of Japanese design prevalent during the Tokugawa period. Kiyonaga's mastery is evident through his attention to detail and use of vivid colors that bring life to each figure depicted in this triptych print. The composition beautifully captures both male and female figures engaged in merriment amidst nature's beauty. As we admire this piece at the Art Institute Chicago or any art gallery fortunate enough to house it, we are transported back to a time when simple pleasures were cherished above all else. It serves as a reminder of our shared human desire for fun-filled moments spent outdoors with friends and loved ones—an enduring concept that transcends time and
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