Mouse Mat : An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : A
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An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : A
An actor in the role of Sato Norikiyo who becomes Saigyo : An actor in the role of Yoshinaka. Japanese diptych print shows Saigyo surrounded by men trying to prevent him from leaving his house to become a priest. Date between 1849 and 1852
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Role Sato Woodblocks Woodcuts Yoshinaka
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This diptych print from Japan, dating between 1849 and 1852, depicts a poignant moment in the life of the renowned Heian period poet and monk, Saigyo. The left panel shows Sato Norikiyo, an actor in the theatrical role of Saigyo, deeply engrossed in his performance. The audience is transfixed by his portrayal of the troubled poet, oblivious to the turmoil brewing in the actor's real life. In the right panel, the scene shifts dramatically as Sato Norikiyo, now resolved to abandon his acting career and become a priest, is surrounded by well-wishing men attempting to dissuade him from leaving his home. Their faces are etched with concern and pleas for reconsideration, their gestures urging him to stay. The determined Saigyo, however, remains resolute, his gaze fixed on the path before him. This woodblock print, created during the Edo period, masterfully captures the essence of human emotion and the transformative power of personal conviction. The intricate details of the woodcuts reveal the exquisite craftsmanship of the artist, while the juxtaposition of the two panels offers a poignant commentary on the duality of life and the choices we make. The use of muted colors and delicate brushwork further enhances the print's ethereal beauty, making it a timeless piece of Japanese art.
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