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Women Worshipping the Rising Sun between the Twin Rocks at Ise
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Women Worshipping the Rising Sun between the Twin Rocks at Ise
Women Worshipping the Rising Sun between the Twin Rocks at Ise, late 18th-early 19th century
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This photo print, titled "Women Worshipping the Rising Sun between the Twin Rocks at Ise" transports us back to late 18th-early 19th century Japan. Created by the renowned artist Kitagawa Utamaro during the Edo period, this triptych of polychrome woodblock prints beautifully captures a serene moment at Futami Beach in Mie Prefecture. In this scene, two women stand barefoot on the sandy shore, their colorful kimonos gently swaying in the morning breeze. As they face eastward towards Meoto Iwa, also known as Married Couple Rocks, they engage in an act of religious devotion and admiration for nature's wonders. With hands gesturing upwards and pointing towards the horizon where the sun is about to rise, these women showcase a deep connection with both spirituality and astronomy. The delicate ink and color on paper technique employed by Utamaro brings out every intricate detail of this picturesque location. The rock formation itself acts as a geographical feature that adds depth to the composition while symbolizing stability amidst life's ever-changing tides. As we gaze upon this masterpiece from The Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, we are reminded of Japan's rich cultural heritage and its reverence for natural beauty. This artwork not only serves as a window into an enchanting past but also invites us to contemplate our place within the vastness of time and space.
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