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Snake gourd flower, and lesser ricefield sedge grass
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Snake gourd flower, and lesser ricefield sedge grass
Snake gourd flower, and lesser ricefield sedge grass.. Handcolored woodblock print by Kono Bairei from Kusa Bana Hyakushu (One Hundred Varieties of Flowers), Tokyo, Yamada, 1901
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This exquisite handcolored woodblock print by Kono Bairei, titled "Snake Gourd Flower and Lesser Ricefield Sedge Grass," is a stunning example of the artistic mastery and botanical precision found in the "One Hundred Varieties of Flowers" series, published in Tokyo by Yamada in 1901. The print showcases two distinct and intriguing plants: the snake gourd flower (Trichosanthes cucumerina) and the lesser ricefield sedge grass (Cyperus microiria). The snake gourd flower, also known as karasuuri or serpentgourd, is a vine native to Asia that produces large, unique fruits resembling snakes. The vibrant, yellow-orange blossoms are delicately depicted in this print, their intricate details bringing their beauty to life. The gourds, not shown in this print, typically grow in long, curved shapes and are often used in traditional Asian cuisine. The lesser ricefield sedge grass, or kayatsurigusa, is a common grass found in rice paddies and wetlands throughout Japan. Its delicate, green blades are depicted in this print, contrasting beautifully with the bold, rich colors of the snake gourd flower. The grass is an essential component of the rice paddy ecosystem, providing stability and preventing erosion. This woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Kono Bairei, is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The intricate details and vivid colors bring these plants to life, transporting us to a time when such botanical wonders were celebrated for their aesthetic and cultural significance.
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