Rakugan Matsubaya Somenosuke, Descending geese: the courtesan Somenosuke of Matsuba-ya
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Rakugan Matsubaya Somenosuke, Descending geese: the courtesan Somenosuke of Matsuba-ya
Rakugan Matsubaya Somenosuke, Descending geese: the courtesan Somenosuke of Matsuba-ya. Isoda, KoryA'sai, active 1764-1788, artist, [1775 or 1776], 1 print : woodcut, color; 31.6 x 22.4 cm. Print shows Somenosuke, a courtesan, full-length portrait, standing, facing left, with two attendants/trainees
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1764 1788 1775 1776 Courtesan Descending Facing Geese Isoda Koryusai Shows Matsubaya Somenosuke
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In this woodcut print titled "Rakugan Matsubaya Somenosuke, Descending geese: the courtesan Somenosuke of Matsuba-ya" artist Isoda Koryūsai takes us back to the vibrant world of 18th-century Japan. Created in either 1775 or 1776, this masterpiece measures 31.6 x 22.4 cm and showcases the graceful figure of Somenosuke, a renowned courtesan from Matsuba-ya. The composition presents Somenosuke in a full-length portrait, elegantly standing and facing left with an air of confidence and allure. She is accompanied by two attendants/trainees who add depth to the scene with their presence. The use of color in this woodcut is particularly striking, enhancing every intricate detail and bringing life to each element. One cannot help but be drawn into the narrative captured within this artwork as it depicts not only the beauty but also the social hierarchy prevalent during that era. The descending geese symbolize migration and change while hinting at themes such as transience and impermanence. Quint Lox's interpretation of this remarkable piece from Liszt Collection invites viewers to immerse themselves in Japanese culture, appreciating its artistry through time-honored techniques like woodblock printing. This caption serves as a gateway for exploration into historical narratives woven together by Isoda Koryūsai's skillful handiwork – an invitation to
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