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Lord Yoritomo Traveling to Kyoto in the First Year of Kenkyu Period (circa 1285), 1862. Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
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Lord Yoritomo Traveling to Kyoto in the First Year of Kenkyu Period (circa 1285), 1862. Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
Lord Yoritomo Traveling to Kyoto in the First Year of Kenkyu Period (circa 1285) (image 2 of 3), 1862
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Lord Minamoto Yoritomo Traveling to Kyoto in the First Year of Kenkyu Period (circa 1285)
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: This stunning triptych woodblock print by Sadahide Utagawa, created in 1862, captures the grandeur and majesty of the medieval Japanese warrior class. The image depicts Minamoto Yoritomo, the first shogun of the Kamakura Shogunate, embarking on a journey to Kyoto, the imperial capital, during the First Year of the Kenkyu Period (circa 1285). The central panel shows Yoritomo, dressed in full samurai regalia, leading a procession of men, including other samurai and officials, over a bridge. The men carry banners and flags bearing the crest of the Minamoto clan, signifying their allegiance to their lord. Yoritomo himself rides on horseback, with a standard bearer carrying a large banner behind him. The left and right panels of the triptych show two cranes wading in a pond, symbolizing good fortune and longevity. The cranes are also a reference to the famous "Tale of the Crane," a popular story in Japan about a crane that grants a wish to anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes. The print is a masterpiece of the Ukiyo-e tradition, which flourished during the Edo Period (1603-1868) in Japan. Sadahide Utagawa, also known as Gountei Sadahide, Hashimoto Sadahide, or Gyokuran Hashimoto, was a prominent artist of the time, known for his detailed and expressive woodblock prints. This triptych is now housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Japan during the 19th century. The print is filled with intricate details, from the textured fabric of the samurai's armor to the delicate feathers of the cranes. The use of color and shading adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a true work of art that transports us back in time to the world of medieval Japan.
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