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Fishing. Print shows two women working a net and two children gathering
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Fishing. Print shows two women working a net and two children gathering
Fishing. Print shows two women working a net and two children gathering clams as a third child looks on. Date between 1804 and 1820
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This exquisite woodblock print, dated between 1804 and 1820, captures a moment of communal fishing in Japan. The scene unfolds along the shores of a tranquil body of water, where two women work in unison to pull in a net filled with small fish. Their focused expressions and synchronized movements convey the harmony and cooperation that is essential to their daily livelihood. In the foreground, two children eagerly gather clams, their tiny hands stained with the earthy hues of their labor. The third child, with wide, curious eyes, observes the adults at work, absorbing the knowledge and skills that will one day become their own. The intricate details of the print, produced using the traditional woodcut technique, reveal the artistry and mastery of the Japanese woodblock printers. The women's kimonos, adorned with delicate patterns, billow in the gentle breeze, while the ripples in the water mirror the undulating lines of the surrounding landscape. This image offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in Japan during the early 19th century. It is a testament to the beauty and resilience of rural communities, whose connection to the land and the sea sustained them through generations. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and shared experiences that bind us together, transcending the boundaries of time and place.
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