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Shin Yoshiwara, from the illustrated book "Picture Book of Amusements of the East... c. 1802. Creator: Hokusai. Shin Yoshiwara, from the illustrated book "Picture Book of Amusements of the East... c. 1802. Creator: Hokusai
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Shin Yoshiwara, from the illustrated book "Picture Book of Amusements of the East... c. 1802. Creator: Hokusai. Shin Yoshiwara, from the illustrated book "Picture Book of Amusements of the East... c. 1802. Creator: Hokusai
Shin Yoshiwara, from the illustrated book "Picture Book of Amusements of the East (Ehon Azuma asobi)", Japan, c. 1802
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Amusements Of The East Double Page Double Page Illustration From Book Hokusai Hokusai Katsushika Hokusai Tokimasa Kako Katsushika Hokusai Page Picture Book Rooftop Rooftops Saki No Shunrō Sorobeku Tatsumasa Yoshiwara Japan Zen No Color Woodblock Print
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Shin Yoshiwara
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is a captivating double-page illustration from Hokusai's "Picture Book of Amusements of the East" (Ehon Azuma Asobi), created around 1802. This masterpiece, a color woodblock print, showcases the vibrant and intricate artistic style of the Ukiyo-e school during the Edo period in Japan. The scene unfolds on a rooftop in Shin Yoshiwara, a famous pleasure quarter in Edo (present-day Tokyo), where people gathered to enjoy various forms of entertainment. The image is filled with an array of activities, from the playful to the mundane. In the foreground, a group of people engage in a game, their faces filled with excitement and concentration. In the background, a woman in a traditional kimono leans over a low table, perhaps playing a game of go with a companion. The composition is framed by the dynamic interplay of clouds and trees. The sky is filled with billowing clouds, their soft edges contrasting with the sharp lines of the trees and rooftops below. The trees, with their vibrant autumn colors, add a sense of seasonality to the scene. The rooftops, with their curved edges and intricate designs, create a sense of depth and texture. The print also features a variety of plants and flowers, adding to the richness of the scene. The overall effect is one of a bustling, lively scene filled with the sounds, sights, and smells of everyday life in Japan during the Tokugawa period. The image invites the viewer to step into the past and experience the beauty and complexity of Japanese culture during this time. This woodblock print is a testament to Hokusai's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the essence of a place and moment in time. It is a valuable heritage art piece that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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