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View of Ejiri (Ejiri no zu) (colour woodblock print)
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View of Ejiri (Ejiri no zu) (colour woodblock print)
5043845 View of Ejiri (Ejiri no zu) (colour woodblock print) by Kunisada, Utagawa (Toyokuni III) (1786-1865); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: No. 19 in the series, with background based on HiroshigeAs design for the First Tokaido. On band of orange clouds a woman in a beige kimono and cane hat carries an inlaid black lacquer box partly wrapped in green figured textile, beyond village and distant mountains. Publisher: Sanoya Kihei (Kikakud?) and Moriya Jihei (Kinshind?). Signed: K?ch?r? Kunisada ga. Censors seal: Kiwame. Publishers seal: Sano-hei, Mori.
Fifty-three Stations of the T?kaid? Road (T?kaid? goj?san tsugi no uchi)); eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Japanese, out of copyright
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This colour woodblock print, titled "View of Ejiri" transports viewers to the scenic landscapes of Japan. Created by Kunisada Utagawa (Toyokuni III), a renowned artist from the 18th century, this artwork is housed in the prestigious Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK. The image showcases a picturesque village nestled amidst distant mountains. A band of orange clouds adorns the sky, adding a touch of warmth to the scene. In the foreground, we see a woman elegantly dressed in a beige kimono and wearing a cane hat. She carries an exquisite black lacquer box partially wrapped in green figured textile. As she stands near the water's edge, it appears that she may be waiting for a ferry or contemplating her next journey as an adventurous traveler. The composition exudes tranquility and invites viewers to imagine themselves immersed in this serene setting. This woodblock print is part of a larger series called "Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō Road". Each piece was inspired by Hiroshige's designs for this famous road connecting Edo (now Tokyo) and Kyoto during ancient times. With its meticulous details and vibrant colors, this artwork captures both natural beauty and cultural elements unique to Japan. It serves as an evocative reminder of our fascination with different cultures and our desire to explore new horizons through art.
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