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A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, ca. 1820s
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A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, ca. 1820s
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Elderly Man Fousi Yama Fuji Fujiyama Gakutei Gakutei Yashima Sadaoka Gogaku Hand Held Harunobu Harunobu Sugawara Harunobu Yashima Hokyo Horikawa Tar Horikawa Taro Ichiro Ink And Colour On Paper Kagurado Koen Leaf Leaves Maruya Maruya Onikichi Mount Fuji Nanzan Old Man Old Men Onikichi Onikichi Maruya Poem Ryosa Sadaoka Yashima Shingakudo Shinkado Sugawara Sugawara Harunobu Surimono Taro Horikawa Volcano Yashima Yashima Gakutei Yashima Harunobu Yashima Sadaoka Yotei Poetry
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This print titled "A Poet and Mount Fuji From the Spring Rain Collection" takes us back to the Edo period in 19th century Japan. The image, part of an album of woodblock prints called surimono, showcases the artistic prowess of Gakutei Yashima Sadaoka. In this scene, an elderly man, believed to be a renowned poet named Akahito Yamabe, stands gracefully against a backdrop of majestic mountains. His hand-held fan suggests his refined taste for literature and poetry. As he gazes towards Mount Fuji (Fujiyama), one cannot help but feel a sense of awe at its grandeur. The intricate details captured by Gakutei's ink and color on paper technique bring life to every element in the composition. The delicate leaves scattered around the poet add depth to the natural setting while symbolizing the passing seasons. This artwork not only celebrates Japan's geographical features but also pays homage to its rich literary heritage. The poem inscribed alongside the image further enhances our understanding of this cultural connection. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece exemplifies Gakutei's mastery as an artist during that era. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, we can still appreciate and be inspired by these timeless works from Japanese history.
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