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Egrets in the Snow, c. 1768 (colour woodblock print)
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Egrets in the Snow, c. 1768 (colour woodblock print)
3079355 Egrets in the Snow, c.1768 (colour woodblock print) by Harunobu, Suzuki (1725-70) (attr. to); 27.6x20.6 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Clarence Buckingham Collection; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 22233500
© Clarence Buckingham Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print titled "Egrets in the Snow" takes us back to the enchanting world of 18th-century Japan. Created around 1768 by Harunobu Suzuki, or possibly attributed to him, this colour woodblock print is a true masterpiece that now resides in The Art Institute of Chicago. The scene depicted showcases the delicate beauty of nature during wintertime. A river stretches out before us, its tranquil waters gently caressed by snowflakes falling from the sky. In this serene setting, we find a small boat moored along the riverbank, adding a touch of human presence amidst the untouched landscape. Perched on a willow tree's branches and poles near the water's edge are elegant egrets, their white feathers standing out against the muted palette of blues and grays. These stylized birds bring life to an otherwise remote and peaceful scene. The artist skillfully captures both movement and stillness through his woodblock technique. Each detail is meticulously carved into the block before being printed onto paper using vibrant pigments. This traditional Japanese art form known as ukiyo-e transports viewers to another era – Edo period Japan – where nature was revered and celebrated with great reverence. As we gaze upon this exquisite print, we can almost feel ourselves transported into this distant world; a moment frozen in time where beauty meets tranquility on snowy shores.
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