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Soshu nakahara
Soshu nakahara. Print shows porters carrying bundles from a boat or warehouse (with thatched roof) at the end of a wharf, with distant view of Mount Fuji. Date between 1890 and 1940
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This exquisite woodblock print, titled "Soshu Nakahara" by an unknown artist, showcases a tranquil scene from Japan's past. The image captures the daily life of porters at a bustling wharf, as they carry bundles from a boat or warehouse adorned with a thatched roof, at the water's edge. The scene is set against the picturesque backdrop of Mount Fuji, its snow-capped peak rising majestically in the distance. The year is estimated between 1890 and 1940, a period when Japan underwent rapid modernization. Yet, this print beautifully encapsulates the traditional way of life that still thrived alongside the new. The porters, dressed in their simple work clothes, are engrossed in their tasks, oblivious to the grandeur of the mountain behind them. Woodblock prints like this one were a popular art form in Japan during the Edo period and continued to be produced for both domestic and export markets well into the 20th century. The intricate details in the print, from the textures of the bundles to the folds of the porters' clothing, are a testament to the skill of the artist and the craftsmanship of the woodblock printers. The serene atmosphere of the scene, coupled with the natural beauty of Mount Fuji, makes this print a timeless piece of Japanese art. It invites us to take a moment to appreciate the simple pleasures of life and the harmony between man and nature that once existed in Japan.
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