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Poem by Emperor Tenchi... 1835-36. Creator: Katsushika Hokusai (Japanese, 1760-1849)
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Poem by Emperor Tenchi... 1835-36. Creator: Katsushika Hokusai (Japanese, 1760-1849)
Poem by Emperor Tenchi, from the series One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets Explained by the Nurse, 1835-36. This autumn landscape with rice farmers and travelers is from Katsushika Hokusais series of prints inspired by the anthology One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets ( Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki ). While traveling through the countryside, like the two figures in the center, a sudden storm forced the Emperor Tenchi (reigned 661-72) to take shelter in a rice farmers hut. The experience produced tears of sympathy for the common people toiling under heavy burdens and living in rough, flimsy homes. The poem at the upper right next to the cartouche reads: Lying on the rough Mats of rice-harvest guards In the autumn fields, I find the sleeves of my robe wet. Is the dew so heavy?
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1615 1868 1760 1849 Katsushika Hokusai Katsushika Hokusai Japanese Colour Woodblock Print
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This print by Katsushika Hokusai, titled "Poem by Emperor Tenchi" transports us to a serene autumn landscape in ancient Japan. Inspired by the anthology One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets, this artwork depicts rice farmers and travelers seeking shelter during a sudden storm. In the center of the image, two figures find refuge in a humble rice farmer's hut, mirroring an experience that Emperor Tenchi himself had centuries ago. As he traveled through the countryside, he was caught off guard by inclement weather and sought solace among common people. This encounter moved him deeply, evoking tears of empathy for those burdened with laborious tasks and living in fragile dwellings. The poem inscribed at the upper right corner next to the cartouche adds another layer of emotion to this poignant scene. It reads: "Lying on the rough Mats of rice-harvest guards In the autumn fields, I find the sleeves of my robe wet. Is the dew so heavy?". These words capture both vulnerability and resilience as they express surprise at how even nature's gentle touch can leave its mark. Through his masterful use of color woodblock printing techniques, Hokusai brings this historical moment to life with exquisite detail and atmospheric beauty. This artwork not only showcases Hokusai's artistic prowess but also serves as a reminder of our shared humanity across time and cultures.
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