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A Japanese woman with half-brothers Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159-1189) and Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199), who would later become warriors. Woodcut by Toyokuni Utagawa, 1840s
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A Japanese woman with half-brothers Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159-1189) and Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199), who would later become warriors. Woodcut by Toyokuni Utagawa, 1840s
YOSHITSUNE & YORITOMO.
A Japanese woman with half-brothers Minamoto no Yoshitsune (1159-1189) and Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199), who would later become warriors. Woodcut by Toyokuni Utagawa, 1840s
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12th Century 1840s Domestic Family Heian Period Infant Japan Japanese Kimono Minamoto Samurai Warrior Wood Cut Young Half Brother Yoritomo Yoshitsune
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This woodcut print from the 1840s transports us back to ancient Japan, specifically the Heian period in the 12th century. In this image, we see a Japanese woman standing alongside her half-brothers, Minamoto no Yoshitsune and Minamoto no Yoritomo. Little did they know at that moment that these two young boys would grow up to become legendary warriors. The artist, Toyokuni Utagawa, skillfully captures the essence of daily life during this era. The woman is dressed in an exquisite kimono, reflecting both her status and traditional fashion of the time. She holds a delicate fan in her hand as she gazes upon her brothers with pride and affection. Yoshitsune and Yoritomo stand beside their sister with an air of innocence about them. They are depicted as infants here, unaware of their future destinies as renowned samurai warriors who would shape Japan's history. This woodcut print not only showcases familial bonds but also offers a glimpse into Japanese culture and society during this significant period. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture moments frozen in time and transport us to different eras altogether. As we admire this piece by Toyokuni Utagawa, we are reminded of the power art has to preserve history and evoke emotions through its intricate details and storytelling abilities.
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