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Daikon radish, January 1864 (colour woodblock print)
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Daikon radish, January 1864 (colour woodblock print)
880699 Daikon radish, January 1864 (colour woodblock print) by Japanese School, (19th century); 18.3x24.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. Maslon; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 23243084
© Minneapolis Institute of Art Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. Maslon / Bridgeman Images
Calligraphy East Asia East Asian Radish Radishes Vegetable Vegetables Daikon
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This color woodblock print, titled "Daikon radish, January 1864" takes us back to the rich artistic heritage of 19th-century Japan. The image showcases a vibrant daikon radish, a staple vegetable in East Asian cuisine, with its crisp white flesh and leafy green top. The intricate details and delicate brushstrokes bring this humble root vegetable to life on the paper. The composition is enhanced by the addition of calligraphy, adding an element of traditional Japanese aesthetics to the artwork. The elegant strokes of text gracefully intertwine with the curves and contours of the daikon radish, creating a harmonious balance between nature and human expression. As we admire this print from Minneapolis Institute of Arts' collection, we are transported to a time when art was not only about visual beauty but also about capturing cultural significance. This piece serves as a testament to Japan's deep appreciation for nature and their ability to find beauty in everyday objects. Gifted by Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. Maslon, this artwork holds historical value beyond its aesthetic appeal. It represents an era long gone yet preserved through artistry that transcends time. "Daikon radish, January 1864" reminds us that even something as simple as a radish can be transformed into an object worthy of admiration through skillful craftsmanship and artistic vision – truly exemplifying the power of fine art in celebrating ordinary moments in extraordinary ways.
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