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The Four Accomplishments (colour & gold on silk) (pair to 3930722)
3930723 The Four Accomplishments (colour & gold on silk) (pair to 3930722) by Toyohiro, Utagawa (1773-1828); 101.7x41.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Hanging scroll (mounted on panel)
The Four Accomplishments-arts to be mastered by an ideal Chinese scholar-were playing the musical instrument qin, the board game weiqi, calligraphy, and painting. This ideal was adopted in Japan and slightly modified to include koto, a type of zither played by plucking (shown at the far right), and the Japanese board game go (replaced here by sugoroku, a game similar to backgammon). Instead of scholarly gentlemen practicing the Four Accomplishments, however, these paintings show Japanese courtesans in the urban " floating world" of pleasure and entertainment. While geisha and high-class courtesans often possessed great artistic skills, their appearance in conjunction with these scholarly Chinese pursuits creates an unexpected joining of disparate themes and social contexts. This form of artistic play on the unexpected, known as mitate, was popular in literature and visual art during the Edo period (1615-1868).); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Gift of Charles Lang Freer; Japanese, out of copyright
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© Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution Gift of Charles Lang Freer / Bridgeman Images
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of traditional Japanese art with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints featuring The Four Accomplishments by Utagawa Toyohiro. This stunning pair of prints, taken from the collection at the Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, showcases the vibrant colors and intricate gold detailing on silk. The Four Accomplishments, or Shijō-go, represent the ideal pursuits for a nobleman in feudal Japan: calligraphy, painting, music, and archery. Each print is a testament to the masterful craftsmanship and artistic vision of Utagawa Toyohiro. Elevate your home or office decor with these breathtaking works of art that are sure to inspire and captivate.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 42.3cm (7" x 16.7")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The Four Accomplishments" by Toyohiro, Utagawa. The artwork, created with color and gold on silk, measures 101.7x41.5 cm and is housed in the Freer Gallery of Art at the Smithsonian Institution in the USA. "The Four Accomplishments" refers to a set of skills that an ideal Chinese scholar was expected to master: playing the musical instrument qin, engaging in the board game weiqi, practicing calligraphy, and painting. In this Japanese adaptation of the concept, koto (a plucked zither) and sugoroku (a game similar to backgammon) were added. However, what makes these paintings unique is their depiction of Japanese courtesans instead of scholarly gentlemen engaged in these pursuits. This unexpected combination creates a fascinating juxtaposition between themes and social contexts. During Japan's Edo period (1615-1868), artistic playfulness known as mitate became popular in literature and visual art. It involved incorporating unexpected elements into traditional subjects or settings. In this case, showcasing geisha and high-class courtesans alongside scholarly activities adds an intriguing twist to conventional portrayals. This print captures not only Toyohiro's exquisite craftsmanship but also offers insight into cultural adaptations during a specific historical period. With its vibrant colors and attention to detail, it serves as a testament to both artistic skill and creative reinterpretation.
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