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Premium Framed Print : A biwa and a sho, a panpipe-like wind instrument. Pen and ink drawing, 1878, by Kano
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A biwa and a sho, a panpipe-like wind instrument. Pen and ink drawing, 1878, by Kano
JAPANESE INSTRUMENTS.
A biwa and a sho, a panpipe-like wind instrument. Pen and ink drawing, 1878, by Kano
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Media ID 7959619
1878 Japan Japanese Lute Syrinx Biwa Kano
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This pen and ink drawing from 1878 by Kano showcases the beauty of traditional Japanese instruments. In this print, we are transported to late Japan, where a biwa and a sho take center stage. The intricate details of the artwork allow us to appreciate the craftsmanship that went into creating these musical treasures. The biwa, resembling a lute with its curved body and strings, exudes elegance and grace. Its rich history can be traced back centuries in Japan, where it has been used as both a solo instrument and accompaniment for storytelling. Beside the biwa stands the sho, a panpipe-like wind instrument that adds an ethereal quality to any performance. With its delicate pipes arranged in parallel rows, it is capable of producing hauntingly beautiful melodies that transport listeners to another realm. Through this drawing, Kano captures not only the physical attributes but also the essence of these instruments' cultural significance. The attention given to every line and stroke reflects their importance within Japanese music traditions. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of art from The Granger Collection's archives, we are reminded of how music can transcend time and borders. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of creativity across generations – an everlasting connection between past and present through sound.
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