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Poem by Chunagon Atsutada, from the series “One Hundred Poems Explained by a Wet... Japan, 1921. Creator: Hokusai
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Poem by Chunagon Atsutada, from the series “One Hundred Poems Explained by a Wet... Japan, 1921. Creator: Hokusai
Poem by Chunagon Atsutada, from the series "One Hundred Poems Explained by a Wet Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki)", Japan, 1921
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Hokusai Hokusai Katsushika Hokusai Tokimasa Hyakunin Isshu Uba Ga Etoki Kako Katsushika Hokusai One Hundred Poems By One Hundred Poets Poem Saki No Shrine Shunrō Sorobeku Tatsumasa Tree Trunk Treetrunk Worship Worshipping Zen No Color Woodblock Print
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This color woodblock print, titled "Poem by Chunagon Atsutada, from the series 'One Hundred Poems Explained by a Wet Nurse' (Hyakunin Isshu Uba Ga Etoki)," is a masterpiece by the renowned Japanese artist Hokusai, created in 1921 during the early 20th century. The artwork is a stunning example of the Ukiyo-e artistic tradition, which flourished during the Edo and Tokugawa periods in Japan. The print depicts a tranquil scene of a woman, identified as Fujiwara no Atsutada, or Gonchunagon Atsutada, a poet from the Heian period, sitting amongst a grove of trees. She is shown holding a scroll containing one of the famous One Hundred Poems by One Hundred Poets, with a tree trunk and a plant in the foreground, and a shrine and mountains in the background. The title of the poem she is reading is inscribed on the scroll, adding to the poetic and literary theme of the artwork. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the print are a testament to Hokusai's exceptional skill as a block printer. The artist's use of perspective, shading, and texture create a sense of depth and dimension, drawing the viewer into the serene world of the image. The print also reflects the deep connection between nature, poetry, and religion in Japanese culture, as the setting is reminiscent of a sacred shrine and the poem being read is a revered work of literature. Overall, this artwork is a beautiful and thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of poetry, nature, and spirituality in Japanese art.
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