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Imitating a Crab, 1809 (woodblock on paper)
6437439 Imitating a Crab, 1809 (woodblock on paper) by Utagawa Toyokuni (1769-1825); 37.5x25.1 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Text by Santo Kyoden. One of seven in a print series depciting people imitating birds, plants and animals. Publisher: Nishimuraya Yohachi, Igaya Kanemon. Kiwame seal. Date seal: Snake 7 (1809).); eMaidstone Museum and Art Gallery; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 24131346
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Crab Crustacean Edo Period Edo Period 1603 1868 Shellfish Tokugawa Period Woodblock
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This print titled "Imitating a Crab, 1809" by Utagawa Toyokuni takes us back to the vibrant Edo period in Japan. The woodblock on paper artwork measures 37.5x25.1 cm and is housed at the Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK. In this intriguing piece, we witness people imitating various birds, plants, and animals as part of a larger series created by Toyokuni. This particular print showcases individuals mimicking the movements and characteristics of a crab with great precision. Published by Nishimuraya Yohachi and Igaya Kanemon during the Tokugawa period, this artwork bears the Kiwame seal along with the date seal indicating it was produced in Snake 7 (1809). The attention to detail in capturing both human expressions and crab-like gestures is remarkable. It offers us an insight into how deeply connected humans were with nature during this era. As we delve into Japanese culture through this image, we are reminded of their profound respect for wildlife and their ability to find inspiration from creatures like crabs. This print serves as a testament to Utagawa Toyokuni's skillful craftsmanship as well as his dedication to preserving traditional art forms. Overall, "Imitating a Crab" invites us to appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also its cultural significance within Japan's rich artistic heritage.
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