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Summer-like moon
Summer-like moon. Print shows General Akashi Gidayu, wearing white outfit, sitting on the floor, holding a knife (tanto or short sword) in his right hand, with papers in front of him on which he has written his death poem (also visible in upper right), scene with a tiger painted on the screen to his right; he is preparing to commit ritual suicide (seppuku) after failing to win in battle. Date 188-
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1. Title: "The Regretful General: Akashi Gidayu Contemplating Seppuku under a Summer-like Moon" This evocative woodblock print, created in the late 19th century, depicts General Akashi Gidayu in a poignant moment of introspection and acceptance. The scene is set against the backdrop of a tranquil summer night, with a full, moonlit sky casting a gentle glow over the room. The general, dressed in a pristine white outfit, sits cross-legged on a tatami mat, his face etched with sorrow and resignation. In his right hand, he holds a tanto, or short sword, which he will use to carry out the ritual suicide, or seppuku, following his defeat in battle. The screen to the right of the general is adorned with an intricately painted tiger, a symbol of courage and strength. The juxtaposition of the fearsome tiger and the contemplative figure of the general underscores the paradoxical nature of the samurai code of honor, which demanded both unwavering bravery in battle and unyielding commitment to one's duty, even in the face of defeat. A stack of papers lies before the general, on which he has penned his death poem, or jisei, a final expression of his thoughts and feelings. The upper right corner of the print reveals a glimpse of the poem, adding an air of melancholic beauty to the scene. The summer-like moon, with its soft, ethereal light, seems to bear witness to the general's impending demise, casting an aura of serenity and acceptance over the scene. This poignant woodblock print, with its intricate details and evocative imagery, offers a poignant glimpse into the world of the samurai, their code of honor, and the profound consequences of their actions. The summer-like moon, with its gentle glow and soothing presence, serves as a poignant reminder of the transient nature of life and the inexorable passage of time.
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