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Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen), from the series "Eight Views of the...", c. 1832. Creator: Hokusai. Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen), from the series "Eight Views of the...", c. 1832. Creator: Hokusai
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Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen), from the series "Eight Views of the...", c. 1832. Creator: Hokusai. Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen), from the series "Eight Views of the...", c. 1832. Creator: Hokusai
Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen), from the series "Eight Views of the Ryukyu Islands (Ryukyu hakkei)", Japan, c. 1832
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Banana Garden at Nakashima (Nakashima shoen) is an exquisite color woodblock print from the series "Eight Views of the Ryukyu Islands (Ryukyu hakkei)" created by the renowned Japanese artist Hokusai (1760-1849) around 1832. This work of art showcases the picturesque beauty of Nakashima, a village located on the coast of Okinawa Island in the Ryukyu Archipelago. The print depicts a serene banana garden nestled among the lush greenery and rolling hills. The vibrant, beige-colored banana trees stand proudly against the backdrop of a clear, blue sky, their leaves shading the ground below. The garden is framed by a traditional Japanese hut, its wooden structure blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Hokusai masterfully captures the essence of the Ryukyu Islands, a tropical paradise located in the Pacific Ocean, far from the mainland of Japan. The artist's use of color and composition evokes a sense of tranquility and harmony, inviting the viewer to imagine the warm climate and exotic landscape of this far-off land. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Hokusai was a leading figure in the ukiyo-e artistic school, known for his innovative and expressive woodblock prints. Banana Garden at Nakashima is a testament to his skill and creativity, and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Japan.
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