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The Snowy Garden, 1854. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858); Utagawa Kunisada (Japanese, 1786-1865)
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The Snowy Garden, 1854. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige (Japanese, 1797-1858); Utagawa Kunisada (Japanese, 1786-1865)
The Snowy Garden, 1854. These prints depict an episode from A Rustic Genji, a Japanese graphic novel based on the 11th-century classic The Tale of Genji. Three maidservants are making a giant snow rabbit while the protagonist of A Rustic Genji, Ashikaga Jiro Mitsuuji, stands in the snow with a woman who is possibly his lover. Stylistic hallmarks tell us that Utagawa Kunisada was responsible for the figures and the giant snow rabbit and Utagawa Hiroshige designed the background landscape. This collaboration--both artists signed the prints--on a Genji-related work targeted a broader audience by capitalizing on each artist's individual strengths
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1615 1868 1786 1865 1797 1858 Ink And Colour On Paper Triptych Of Colour Woodblock Prints Utagawa Hiroshige Japanese Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada Japanese Utagawa Hiroshige
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The Snowy Garden, 1854
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is a captivating triptych of colour woodblock prints that transports us to the enchanting world of A Rustic Genji, a Japanese graphic novel inspired by The Tale of Genji. This particular scene showcases the collaborative genius of Utagawa Hiroshige and Utagawa Kunisada, two renowned artists from the Edo period. In this snowy landscape, three maidservants engage in an imaginative creation: a giant snow rabbit. Their meticulous craftsmanship brings life to this ephemeral sculpture, while Ashikaga Jiro Mitsuuji, the protagonist of A Rustic Genji, stands beside his possible lover amidst the pristine white scenery. The distinct styles of both artists seamlessly merge in this print. Utagawa Kunisada's expertise shines through in his portrayal of figures and the intricate details adorning the giant snow rabbit. Meanwhile, Utagawa Hiroshige masterfully designs the background landscape with his signature touch for capturing natural beauty. This collaboration not only highlights each artist's individual strengths but also aims to captivate a wider audience by drawing on their collective talents. Both artists have proudly signed these prints as a testament to their joint effort in bringing forth this remarkable piece. "The Snowy Garden" serves as an exquisite example of heritage art from Japan's rich artistic tradition during the Edo period. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, these ink and color on paper prints offer viewers an immersive glimpse into a timeless tale where nature intertwines with human emotions and creativity knows no bounds.
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