Original Edo period Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych woodblock print , Scene from the Play, Imoseyama Onna Teikin, 1849.
Original Edo period Utagawa Kuniyoshi Diptych woodblock print , Scene from the Play, Imoseyama Onna Teikin, 1849.
Masterpiece Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print: Imoseyama Onna Teikin (The Yoshino River Scene)
Immerse yourself in the drama and beauty of the Edo period with this stunning original Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print. This artwork captures a pivotal scene from the renowned kabuki play Imoseyama Onna Teikin (The Teachings for Women on Mount Imo and Mount Se), a timeless tragedy often referred to as the Japanese "Romeo and Juliet" story.
Key Features:
- Authentic Ukiyo-e Art: Created during the Edo period (1603-1868), this print is a testament to the collaborative craftsmanship of the artist, carver, and printer, utilizing traditional techniques and water-based pigments on high-quality washi paper.
- Dramatic Subject Matter: The print illustrates the "Yoshinogawa" (Yoshino River) act, where the doomed lovers Koganosuke and Hinadori exchange sorrowful glances across a river that divides their rival families' estates.
- Vibrant Imagery: The scene is set amidst a backdrop of vibrant cherry blossoms (sakura), symbolizing the lovers' intentions for a fleeting, beautiful life together. The striking use of bold outlines, flat colors, and dynamic composition are hallmarks of the ukiyo-e style.
- Historical Significance: A popular form of entertainment for the growing merchant class, ukiyo-e provided a visual record of urban culture, fashion, and popular theatre.
Artist Information
This piece is attributed to a master of the Utagawa school, likely artists such as Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) or Toyohara Kunichika, who were famous for their detailed and expressive actor portraits (yakusha-e).
Bring a piece of authentic Japanese theatre history and fine art into your home or collection with this exceptional print.
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