Mr Hanko Hanko shi title object series ten prints

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Mr Hanko Hanko shi title object series ten prints

Mr. Hanko Hanko shi (title on object) A series of ten prints of famous songs for the Katsushika poetry association (series title) Katsushikaren meisu juban (series title on object), An old man Hanko with long white beard and long hair, dressed in white, sitting on a rock overlooking the sea. This man represents Hanko, according to a Chinese legend this was the first man on earth after it was created. With two poems. Yashima Gakutei (mentioned on object), Japan, c. 1828, paper, colour woodcut, h 211 mm × w 190 mm

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1828 Colour Woodcut Created Dressed Long Hair Series Title Sitting Ten Prints Title Two Poems White Yashima Gakutei First Man Long White Beard Mentioned

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This print from the Liszt Collection showcases a remarkable piece titled "Mr. Hanko Hanko shi". The artwork is part of a series of ten prints created for the esteemed Katsushika poetry association, known as "Katsushikaren meisu juban". The focal point of this image is an elderly man named Hanko, who embodies wisdom and timelessness. With his long white beard and flowing hair, he exudes an air of serenity and tranquility. Dressed in pure white attire, he sits atop a rugged rock overlooking the vastness of the sea. Legend has it that Hanko represents the first man on Earth after its creation, according to Chinese folklore. This mythical connection adds depth and intrigue to this already mesmerizing artwork. Accompanying Mr. Hanko are two beautifully crafted poems that further enhance the emotional resonance of this piece. Created by Yashima Gakutei in Japan around 1828, this paper-based colour woodcut measures approximately 211 mm in height and 190 mm in width. As you gaze upon this enchanting print, allow yourself to be transported into a world where ancient legends intertwine with artistic mastery. Let your imagination wander through time as you appreciate the profound beauty captured within these ten prints dedicated to famous songs for the Katsushika poetry association.

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