Sankirai or Chinaroot, Smilax glabra
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Sankirai or Chinaroot, Smilax glabra
Sankirai or Chinaroot, Smilax glabra.. Handcolored woodblock print by Kono Bairei from Kusa Bana Hyakushu (One Hundred Varieties of Flowers), Tokyo, Yamada, 1901
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Sankirai, also known as Chinaroot or Smilax glabra, is a beautiful and intriguing plant that has captured the attention of artists and botanists for centuries. This stunning handcolored woodblock print by Kono Bairei, titled "Sankirai" from the series "Kusa Bana Hyakushu" (One Hundred Varieties of Flowers), showcases the unique beauty of this plant in exquisite detail. Sankirai is a woody vine that is native to Asia, including Japan, and is known for its long, thin, thorny roots that resemble the roots of the chinaberry tree. The plant produces small, white or pink flowers that bloom in the late spring or early summer, followed by small, red or black berries. The art of woodblock printing reached its peak in Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868), and Kono Bairei (1844-1922) was one of the most renowned artists of this time. His mastery of the woodblock printing technique is evident in this exquisite print, which showcases the delicate intricacies of the Sankirai plant. The print depicts the plant in its natural habitat, with the vine twisting and turning around a tree trunk, its thorny roots reaching out into the soil. The vibrant colors of the print bring the plant to life, with the deep greens of the leaves and the rich reds and pinks of the flowers and berries. This beautiful work of art not only captures the beauty of the Sankirai plant, but also provides a glimpse into the rich history of Japanese botanical art. The intricate details of the woodblock print reveal the artist's deep appreciation for the natural world and his skill in capturing its essence through art.
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