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Nitta Shiro Tadatsune Entering a Cave with a Torch, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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Nitta Shiro Tadatsune Entering a Cave with a Torch, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Nitta Shiro Tadatsune Entering a Cave with a Torch, 1886. From Yoshitoshi's Warriors Trembling with Courage
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1880s Action Active Volcano Apparition Avalokiteshvara Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva Bosatsu Cave Caves Chiroptera Courage Courageous Darkness Entering Fearless Flaming Torch Fousi Yama Fuji Fujiyama Guan Yin Guanyin Hakama Kamakura Kanagawa Japan Asia Kannon Kuan Yin Meiji Era Meiji Period Mount Fuji Mt Fuji Padmapani Representation Representative Retainer Samurai Shiro Taiso Torch Trousers Tsukioka Yoshitoshi Volcano Yoshitoshi Tsukioka Blade Calligraphy Colour Woodblock Print
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Nitta Shiro Tadatsune Entering a Cave with a Torch," a captivating woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in 1886, showcases the bravery and determination of a samurai as he ventures into the unknown. Set against the backdrop of a volcanic landscape, the print depicts Nitta Shiro Tadatsune, a fearless warrior, clad in traditional Japanese apparel, including a hakama and a kimono, armed with a flaming torch and a blade. The ominous darkness of the cave entrance contrasts sharply with the brilliant orange and red hues of the flaming torch and the fiery mountain, Mount Fuji, in the distance. The print is part of Yoshitoshi's "Warriors Trembling with Courage" series and is influenced by the rich cultural heritage of Japan's Meiji Era (1868-1912). The image of Nitta Shiro Tadatsune entering the cave is reminiscent of the ancient Japanese legend of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guan Yin or Kannon, who is said to protect travelers and guide them through dangerous terrain. The presence of a bat in the print, a common symbol of good fortune and longevity in Japanese mythology, adds an intriguing layer of meaning to the composition. This stunning work of art, with its intricate calligraphy and meticulous attention to detail, is a testament to the artistic mastery of Tsukioka Yoshitoshi and the enduring allure of Japanese culture. The print is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences from around the world.
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