Genji Collection

JAPAN: TALE OF GENJI. Niou-no-miya and the sixth daughter of Prince Genji shown on their wedding night in a scene from the Tale of Genji. Scroll drawing, Japanese, 12th century

MURASAKI SHIKIBU (c. 978 - c. 1014). Japanese writer
MURASAKI SHIKIBU (c. 978 - c.1014). Japanese writer. Illustration of a court lady of the Heian period. Illustration of Genji Monogatari (The Tale of Genji), which chronicles the life of Prince Genji

Japanese scroll painting of a scene from the Yadorigi chapter of Lady Murasakis The Tale of Genji
JAPAN: TALE OF GENJI. Japanese scroll painting of a scene from the Yadorigi chapter of Lady Murasakis The Tale of Genji. Heian Period, 12th century, Tokyo

Scene fifty-four of Tale of Genji. Japanese print showing scene from Murasaki Shikibus Tale of Genji with elaborately dressed woman and man separated by a screen. Date 1852

Genji sakura no nigiwai hi (The Expulsion of the Genji Cherry Blossoms), 1866. Creator: Kunichika, Toyohara (1835-1900)
Genji sakura no nigiwai hi (The Expulsion of the Genji Cherry Blossoms), 1866. Private Collection

The Ascendence of a Modern Day Genji, 1853. Creators: Ando Hiroshige, Utagawa Kunisada
The Ascendence of a Modern Day Genji, 1853

Kiritsubo, c1852. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kiritsubo, c1852. From Fifty-four Chapters of the Tale of Genji

Prince Genji and To no Chujo Performing the Dance of the Blue Wave, c1819. Creator: Gakutei
Prince Genji and To no Chujo Performing the Dance of the Blue Wave, c1819. From Ten Romances for the Honcho Circle

An Elegant Genji in Snow, 1853. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
An Elegant Genji in Snow, 1853. Murasaki Viewing the Snow

A Modern Prince Genji at Chigogafuchi, Enoshima, 1864. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
A Modern Prince Genji at Chigogafuchi, Enoshima, 1864

An Eastern Genji in a Snowy Garden, 1854 (woodblock)
873894 An Eastern Genji in a Snowy Garden, 1854 (woodblock) by Hiroshige (1797-1858) & Kunisada, Utagawa (1786-1864); 36.04 x73.98 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

The Tale of Genji, chapter 34; Kashiwagi catches sight of the Third Princess
FSG324852 The Tale of Genji, chapter 34; Kashiwagi catches sight of the Third Princess, Edo period (ink, colour and gold on paper) by Mitsuoki, Tosa (1617-91); 171.7x376.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Murasaki Shikibu, 1779-1789 (color woodblock print; oban)
5859285 Murasaki Shikibu, 1779A-1789 (color woodblock print; oban) by Kiyonaga, Torii (1752-1815); 36.1x24.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Flame (Princess Rokujo), 1818. Artist: Shoen, Uemura (1875-1949)
Flame (Princess Rokujo), 1818. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Illustration of the Genji Monogatari Emaki (The Tale of Genji) by Murasaki Sikibu. Japanese art. Momoyama period. Drawing. JAPAN. HONSHU. Kyoto. Tokugawa Reimeikai Foundation

A music party Unnamed series scenes Story Genji
A music party Unnamed series of scenes from the Story of Genji, Three courtiers a priest making music for their lord under the blossoming cherry trees and at a waterfall in the Yoshima Mountains

Woman table reading Telling Genji kimono pine
Woman at the table, reading in the Telling of Genji, Woman in kimono with pine and plum blossom pattern, sitting at writing table, with book in left hand

Scenes Tale Genji late 1700s Tosa School Japanese
Scenes from the Tale of Genji, late 1700s. Tosa School (Japanese). Pair of six-fold screens; ink and color on gilded paper; image: 154.5 x 351.2 cm (60 13/16 x 138 1/4 in.)

Courtesan Aizome Ebiya series Eight Views Tale
The Courtesan Aizome of the Ebiya (From the series Eight Views of the Tale of Genji), c. late 1800s. Eizan Kikugawa (Japanese, 1787-1867)

Tawaraya Sotatsu (17th c. ). Carriage of Prince Genji
Tawaraya Sotatsu (17th c.). Carriage of Prince Genji. Illustration from the book Genji Monogatari Emaki (The Tale of Genji) by Murasaki Shikibu. Japanese art. Momoyama period. Painting

Disguised Scene Tale Genji Fūryū Yatsushi Genji
Artokoloro

Aoi Plant Cherry Blossoms Drum Eboshi Hat Representing
Artokoloro

Onna San no Miya Third Princess Edo period 1615-1868
Artokoloro

Prince Genji, two women and a girl sitting around large container with toys; in room with folding screen which cranes, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Watanabe Shoemon

Prince Genji, an elegantly dressed woman and a maid, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1851 - 1853

Five women sitting with hand lanterns, watching Prince Genji against a background of a flowering tree and a bird, Japanese print, Utagawa, Hama Yahei, Magome Kageyu, 1849 - 1853

Prince Genji and man in big chest, looking at a woman sitting behind folding screen, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro, Murata Heiemon, 1847 - 1850

Prince Genji with fan standing at a well, looking at a woman sitting on veranda of first floor; a servant girl with sword in right hand watches, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro

Elegantly dressed man standing on porch, looking at woman sitting in room with koto, Japanese stringed instrument, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1851 - 1853

Prince Genji sitting on a rug in a room, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Watanabe Shoemon, 1849 - 1850

Prince Genji leaning over a low cabinet and looking at a woman with an album in her hands, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Watanabe Shoemon, 1849 - 1850

Man sitting with bowl in hand, looking at woman in purple kimono standing in closet, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1851 - 1853

Elegantly dressed man and woman sitting on pillow, looking at woman playing the koto (Japanese stringed instrument); in the background view on a garden with stone lantern and flowering trees

Woman with broom in snowy garden, behind her a woman and a man can be seen in a room, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1852

Three women in a rowing boat sailing through tunnel; in the background a second rowing boat and landscape with flowering trees, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro

Man talking with squatting woman, behind them a flowering tree and water can be seen, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Kinugasa Fusajiro, Murata Heiemon, 1851 - 1853

Standing woman and man sitting on pillow, in the background a screen with painting of a phoenix, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro, Murata Heiemon, 1847 - 1850

Man sitting on porch, pulling up his shoes, looking at woman in pink kimono with pattern of irises; a second woman looking on between the sliding doors, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa

Prince Genji on a veranda with two women, Japanese print, Kunisada (I), Utagawa, Mera Taichiro, Murata Heiemon, 1847 - 1850

Segawa kikunojAc no hashihime, The actor Segawa KikunojAc in the role of Hashihime. Utagawa, Toyokuni, approximately 1777-1835, artist, [between 1821 and 1825], 1 print : woodcut

Yume no ukihashi, Dream Ukihashi. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, 1854. 1 print : woodcut, color; 24.8 x 17.7 cm. Floating bridge of dreams

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"Genji: A Tale of Love, Honor, and Courage in Ancient Japan" Step into the captivating world of "Genji, " a timeless Japanese tale that has captivated readers for centuries. Penned by the talented writer Murasaki Shikibu during the Heian Period, this epic narrative takes us on a journey through the intricate web of relationships and emotions. In this enchanting scroll painting from Lady Murasaki's masterpiece, we catch a glimpse of Niou-no-miya and the sixth daughter of Prince Genji. The delicate brushstrokes transport us back to 12th century Tokyo, where love stories unfolded against a backdrop of cultural splendor. Scene fifty-four reveals another pivotal moment in "The Tale of Genji. " As we delve deeper into its pages, we encounter an illustration from "The Powerful Tomoe Gozen. " This fierce female warrior commands attention with her strength and determination as she confronts Uchida Saburo leyoshi at the Battle of Awazu no Hara. Tomoe Gozen continues to mesmerize us as she appears in various forms throughout history. From woodblock prints to color woodcuts, her image is immortalized on paper. In one depiction, Kogo no Tsubone plays a biwa while Tomoe Gozen confidently rides her horse - an embodiment of femininity intertwined with martial prowess. Even Emperor Koko himself was inspired by Tomoe Gozen's bravery. In a stunning color woodcut print adorned with his poem, he pays homage to this remarkable samurai warrior who defied societal norms and shattered gender stereotypes. As if stepping out from these ancient artworks themselves, three actors bring Wadai Yoshimori, Tomoe Gozen, and Yamabuki to life in vibrant color woodcuts from 1848-54. Their performances breathe life into these legendary characters once more. From battles fought on distant fields to tender moments shared between lovers under moonlit skies, "Genji" weaves a tapestry of emotions and experiences.