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Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
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Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730
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Benin Bunkado Ink On Paper Jitokusai Jitokuso Monochrome Woodblock Print Nishikawa Nishikawa Sukenobu Relaxation Relaxing Saio Sukenobu Sukenobu Nishikawa Uemon Ukyo Pastime
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This photo print, titled "Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730" takes us back to the elegant world of 18th-century Japan. Created by renowned artist Nishikawa Sukenobu, this monochrome woodblock print showcases his mastery in capturing moments of leisure and relaxation. In this scene, two women are seen reclining on the floor of a room engrossed in their reading material. The delicate strokes of ink on paper bring out the intricate details of their traditional attire and graceful postures. Their serene expressions reflect the pleasure they find in literature as they escape into another world through words. The composition exudes an air of tranquility as these women immerse themselves in their pastime activity. It offers us a glimpse into an era when books were cherished treasures that provided solace and intellectual stimulation. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork is not just aesthetically pleasing but also holds historical significance. It represents the heritage art form known as ukiyo-e or "pictures from the floating world" which flourished during Japan's Edo period. As we admire this exquisite piece by Nishikawa Sukenobu, it reminds us to appreciate both the beauty found within art itself and its ability to transport us across time and cultures.
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