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A Banquet in a Pleasure House on the Bank of the Okawa (Okawa bata giro jo no yusen), c. 1792. Creator: Angyusai Enshi
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A Banquet in a Pleasure House on the Bank of the Okawa (Okawa bata giro jo no yusen), c. 1792. Creator: Angyusai Enshi
A Banquet in a Pleasure House on the Bank of the Okawa (Okawa bata giro jo no yusen), c. 1792. Detail from a larger artwork
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Angyusai Enshi's "A Banquet in a Pleasure House on the Bank of the Okawa" (Okawa bata giro jo no yusen), created around 1792, is a captivating color woodblock print that transports us to the scenic riverbank of the Okawa estuary during the Edo period of Japan. The triptych, an oban-size print, offers a detailed and intimate glimpse into a moment of leisurely entertainment. The central image showcases a banquet scene unfolding on the balcony of a pleasure house. Women, barefoot and dressed in elegant kimonos, engage in lively conversation while holding hands and gesturing with graceful hand gestures. Entertainers, also barefoot, perform for the guests, their faces expressing a range of emotions from amusement to concentration. The architectural features of the pleasure house are intricately depicted, with balconies extending from the building and paper lanterns providing soft lighting. The composition of the print is balanced by the inclusion of the surrounding landscape, with the tranquil river and its banks serving as a backdrop to the festivities. The use of color is masterful, with the warm tones of the lanterns and the cool blues and greens of the river creating a harmonious contrast. This artwork is a testament to the artistic school of Ukiyo-e, which focused on the depiction of the floating world, or the transient pleasures of life. The print is a valuable heritage piece, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the eighteenth century. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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