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Night Rain at Oyama, View of the Summit Above the Former Fudo Temple (Oyama yau, juz... c. 1833 / 34. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni II)
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Night Rain at Oyama, View of the Summit Above the Former Fudo Temple (Oyama yau, juz... c. 1833 / 34. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni II)
Night Rain at Oyama, View of the Summit Above the Former Fudo Temple (Oyama yau, juzen Fudo yori chojo no zu), from the series " Eight Views of Famous Places (Meisho hakkei)", c. 1833/34
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Bad Weather Beige Buddhist Buddhists Cartouche Ichieisai Rain Raining Rooftop Rooftops Summit Toyokuni Ii Toyokuni Ii Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyoshige Utagawa Utagawa Ii Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Ii Utagawa Toyoshige Block Printing Color Woodblock Print Green Colour Oban Tokugawa Period Woodblock Woodblock Printing
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Night Rain at Oyama, View of the Summit Above the Former Fudo Temple
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. This 19th-century woodblock print by Utagawa Toyokuni II transports us to a rainy night in Oyama, Japan. The artist skillfully captures the essence of bad weather and its impact on both nature and human life. In this scene from the series "Eight Views of Famous Places" we witness the mystical beauty of Oyama's summit towering above the former Fudo Temple. The temple's rooftop glistens under grey skies as raindrops cascade down, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and spiritual reflection. The color palette chosen by Toyokuni II adds depth to this artwork. Shades of beige, green, and grey blend harmoniously to evoke a sense of serenity amidst the storm. The block printing technique employed here showcases intricate details that bring each element to life - from the delicate cartouche framing to every individual rooftop. As we admire this piece, we are reminded not only of its artistic brilliance but also its cultural significance. Buddhism plays a central role in Japanese society, and it is evident in this depiction with references to Buddhist temples and religious symbolism. Through "Night Rain at Oyama". Toyokuni II invites us into his world where nature intertwines with spirituality. This print serves as a testament to his mastery as an artist during Japan's Edo period while offering viewers a glimpse into a timeless moment captured on paper.
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