Home > Arts > Artists > T > Yoshitoshi Taiso
Triplets Born to a Farmer and His Wife, 1875. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Triplets Born to a Farmer and His Wife, 1875. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Triplets Born to a Farmer and His Wife, 1875. Series: The Postal News, no. 447
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36368701
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
1870s Bathing Child Care Childcare Daily Life Domestic Domestic Life Farmer Four People Household Meiji Era Meiji Period Newborn Postal News Taiso Tsukioka Yoshitoshi Washtub Wife Wives Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Calligraphy Colour Woodblock Print Triplet Triplets
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> T
> Yoshitoshi Taiso
> Arts
> Artists
> Y
> Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
> Arts
> Artists
> Y
> Yoshitoshi
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Portrait artwork
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Still life
> Portrait paintings
EDITORS COMMENTS
Triplets Born to a Farmer and His Wife," a captivating woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, dates back to the Meiji Era of the 1870s. This exquisite artwork is part of the series "The Postal News," numbered 447, and is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The image portrays a heartwarming scene of a farmer and his wife, proudly bathing their newborn triplets in a large wooden tub. The father, dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, stands behind his wife, assisting her in the bathing process. The mother, with a serene expression, cradles the infants in her arms, carefully washing them with a cloth. The room is filled with the warmth and intimacy of domestic life, as the couple shares this special moment with their new additions. The intricate details of the print are a testament to the masterful skill of woodblock printing. The use of color and contrast is striking, with the muted tones of the wooden interior contrasting against the vibrant, almost ethereal, skin tones of the family. The calligraphy at the bottom of the print, written in elegant script, adds an air of authenticity and completes the composition. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural Japan during the Meiji Era, providing a window into the past and a reminder of the universal joys and challenges of parenthood. The rustic setting, with its simple yet profound depiction of family, makes this print a cherished piece of Asian art and heritage.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
