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First dream: fuji, hawks, and eggplants
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First dream: fuji, hawks, and eggplants
First dream: fuji, hawks, and eggplants. Print shows five women, four men, and a child in a ferry; one man is poling the boat and one man is a porter seated at the back of the boat with baskets of eggplants, the women, child, and a man holding a falcon on his left forearm, and the fourth man may be a hunting party being ferried across the river. View of Mount Fuji in the background. Date between 1798 and 1801
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Fuji Hawks Woodblocks Woodcuts
First Dream - Fuji, Hawks, and Eggplants
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating woodblock print from Japan's Edo period, dating between 1798 and 1801. The print, which showcases the breathtaking beauty of Mount Fuji and the vibrant culture of the era, features a diverse group of individuals aboard a traditional Japanese ferry. The image is dominated by the majestic Mount Fuji, its snow-capped peak reaching towards the heavens, while the ferry makes its way across the tranquil water. The boat is manned by a skilled pole-man, who expertly navigates the vessel through the water, while a porter sits at the back, carefully balancing baskets filled with plump, purple eggplants. Among the passengers are five women, dressed in traditional kimonos, and four men. One man holds a falcon on his left forearm, its sharp eyes focused intently on the world around it, suggesting that this may be a hunting party being ferried across the river. The child in the group gazes out at the stunning view, a look of wonder on his face. The intricate details of the print are a testament to the skill of the woodblock printmakers of the time. The textures of the clothing, the delicate features of the faces, and the intricacies of the falcon's feathers are all rendered with remarkable precision. The use of bold lines and bold colors adds to the dynamic energy of the scene, making "First Dream: Fuji, Hawks, and Eggplants" a true masterpiece of Japanese woodblock art. This print is a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the people of Japan during the Edo period. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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