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Poster Print : Girl Carrying a Round Paper Fan (Uchiwa), ca. 1900? Creators: Unknown, Hugechi
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Girl Carrying a Round Paper Fan (Uchiwa), ca. 1900? Creators: Unknown, Hugechi
Girl Carrying a Round Paper Fan (Uchiwa), ca. 1900?
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Media ID 20378784
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Hand Held Meiji Period Polychrome Woodblock Print
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of vintage poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features a graceful girl delicately carrying a traditional round paper fan, or uchiwa, reminiscent of Japan's rich cultural heritage around the turn of the 20th century. Sourced from the esteemed Hugechi collection at Heritage Images, this stunning, unknown artist creation transports you to a bygone era. Add an air of timeless elegance to your home or office decor with this enchanting, one-of-a-kind poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Girl Carrying a Round Paper Fan (Uchiwa), ca. 1900" takes us back in time to the Meiji period in Japan. The unknown creators of this polychrome woodblock print have beautifully captured a moment of everyday life, showcasing the artistic prowess and attention to detail that defined ukiyo-e prints during this era. In the image, we see a young Japanese woman gracefully holding a round paper fan known as an uchiwa. The delicate colors and intricate patterns on both the fan and her traditional attire reflect the rich heritage art of Japan. Her hand-held fan not only serves as an elegant accessory but also provides respite from the warm weather. The Metropolitan Museum of Art proudly displays this piece, which is inked and colored on paper crepon. It offers viewers a glimpse into Japanese culture at the turn of the century, highlighting both its beauty and craftsmanship. While we may not know who specifically created this stunning artwork or where it was originally produced, its timeless appeal continues to captivate audiences today. This print serves as a reminder of how art can transcend time and borders, allowing us to appreciate different cultures through visual storytelling. As we admire this enchanting portrayal of a young woman with her uchiwa fan, let us celebrate the skillful printing techniques employed by these unknown artists that have preserved such moments for generations to come.
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