A man lifting a sake barrel

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A man lifting a sake barrel

A man lifting a sake barrel. Print shows a man from behind lifting a sake barrel and holding it aloft with one arm. Date between 1804 and 1818

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Barrel Lifting Sake Woodblocks Woodcuts

EDITORS COMMENTS
This woodblock print, titled 'Nihonbashi Sake Yoroi Bori' (Sake Barrel Carrier at Nihonbashi), showcases a powerful and determined man from behind, as he lifts a massive sake barrel with one arm. The intricate details of the print, created between 1804 and 1818 in Japan, reveal the man's muscular back and the elaborate design of the barrel, adorned with intricate patterns and knots. The setting of the print is Nihonbashi, a significant location in Tokyo's history, where the famous Edo Period water gate once stood. The man is shown in the midst of the bustling city, surrounded by the vibrant colors and energy of the urban environment. The print's title suggests that this man is a sake barrel carrier, a common occupation during the Edo Period, when sake was transported from breweries to markets and merchants. The woodblock print technique, a popular art form in Japan during the Edo Period, allowed for the creation of intricate and detailed images. The use of multiple woodblocks, each with a different color, resulted in a rich and vibrant final product. This print is a testament to the skill and artistry of the woodblock printmakers of the time, who were able to capture the essence of everyday life in Japan during the Edo Period. The man's determined expression and the impressive size of the sake barrel convey the physical strength and endurance required for this occupation. The print also highlights the importance of sake in Japanese culture, as it was a staple beverage and an integral part of social gatherings and ceremonies during the Edo Period.

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