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Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King (Urashima Taro...), 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King (Urashima Taro...), 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King (Urashima Taro no ko kikoku ju Ryugujo no zu), 1886
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Diptych Fisherfolk Fisherman Fishermen Fishing Fishing Boat Fishing Boats Legend Legendary Looking Back Myth Oban Diptych Return Returning Taiso Tsukioka Yoshitoshi Urashima Taro Yoshitoshi Tsukioka
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Urashima Taro Returning Home from the Palace of the Dragon King," a captivating woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in 1886, presents a vivid and enchanting scene from a legendary tale of the Edo period. The diptych, also known as an Oban diptych, showcases the fisherman Urashima Taro, dressed in brown, gazing back at the magnificent Ryugu-jo, the Dragon Palace, as he departs on his small fishing boat. The Palace, located beneath the sea, is depicted as a grand, multi-tiered structure, adorned with intricate designs and vibrant colors, surrounded by a serene and shimmering sea. The Dragon King, Ryujin, is shown in the lower left panel, bidding farewell to the fisherman, while his subjects, including other mythical creatures, look on. Urashima Taro's journey to the Dragon Palace began when he saved a turtle from drowning in the sea. As a reward, the Dragon King granted him a visit to the palace, where he was treated as royalty. However, he was warned not to look back or stay too long, but his curiosity and longing for the beautiful princess led him to break the rules. This masterpiece, a testament to the artistic school of Ukiyo-e, is a stunning representation of Japanese mythology and the rich cultural heritage of the 19th century. The intricate details, vibrant colors, and dynamic composition make it a must-see for anyone interested in Asian art or the arts of Asia. The woodblock print, with its intricate block printing, transports us to a world of myth and legend, where the ordinary fisherman Urashima Taro encounters the extraordinary Dragon Palace and its inhabitants.
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