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Atagoshita and Yabu lane
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Atagoshita and Yabu lane
Atagoshita and Yabu lane. Print shows pedestrians walking in the snow in a street alongside a canal below Mount Atago. Date 1857
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A Winter's Stroll through Atagoshita and Yabu Lane, 1857 This exquisite woodblock print, captured in the year 1857, presents a tranquil scene of Atagoshita and Yabu Lane in Japan. The image showcases the picturesque beauty of the winter season, with a serene canal reflecting the surrounding snow-covered landscape. Mount Atago, a prominent landmark, looms in the background, its peak shrouded in a light dusting of snow. Pedestrians, bundled up against the cold, make their way through the narrow, snow-covered lane. The lane's name, Atagoshita, translates to "below Atago," referring to the mountain's proximity. Yabu, meaning "oak," likely refers to the trees lining the lane. The intricate details in this woodblock print are a testament to the skill and artistry of the ukiyo-e (floating world) artists of the time. The delicate brushstrokes and precise carving techniques used to create this print were labor-intensive and time-consuming, resulting in a work of art that captures the essence of a moment in time. The print's muted colors and soft lighting add to the peaceful atmosphere, inviting the viewer to imagine the crisp winter air and the gentle crunch of snow underfoot. This woodblock print is not only a window into the past but also a celebration of the beauty and resilience of nature, even in the harshest of seasons.
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