Shigenobu Yanagawa Collection

Geisha Tuning a Samisen, c1835. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu II
Geisha Tuning a Samisen, c1835. "Hand-Made" Flower Arrangement. From Flower Matching Contest, number 4

Miura no Osuke, c1828. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Miura no Osuke, c1828. From Long Life

Chrysanthemum Boy leaning on a rock, from the series "Five Prints on Longevity... mid-1820s
Chrysanthemum Boy leaning on a rock, from the series "Five Prints on Longevity (Kotobuki goban no uchi), mid-1820s

No. 3: Shade Beneath a Tree (San: konoshitakage), from the series "A Collection of...", 1834
No. 3: Shade Beneath a Tree (San: konoshitakage), from the series "A Collection of Famous Horses (Meiba zoroe)", 1834

No. 4: Personally Arranged Flower (Teike no hana), from the series "A Comparison...", late 1820s
No. 4: Personally Arranged Flower (Teike no hana), from the series "A Comparison of Flowers (Hana awase)", late 1820s

No. 6: Flower of the Capital (Miyako no hana), from the series "A Comparison of...", late 1820s
No. 6: Flower of the Capital (Miyako no hana), from the series "A Comparison of Flowers (Hana awase)", late 1820s

Hinazuru of Naka Ogi-ya as an Onna Jittoku, ca. 1825. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Hinazuru of Naka Ogi-ya as an Onna Jittoku, ca. 1825

Konami of Kurahashi-ya, ca. 1825. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Konami of Kurahashi-ya, ca. 1825

Cock Eyeing a Free-standing Screen Painted with Cock, Hen, and Chicks, from Spring Rain Surimono Album (Harusame surimono-jo), vol. 1, probably 1813

Celebrated Waterfall, 1820-1830. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Celebrated Waterfall, 1820-1830

Kaori-mono-awase, Gyoshu, 1830. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu II
Kaori-mono-awase, Gyoshu, 1830

New Year Greeting Card for "Rat"Year, 1828. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
New Year Greeting Card for " Rat" Year, 1828

Scene on the Veranda of a Teahouse, 18th-19th century. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Scene on the Veranda of a Teahouse, 18th-19th century

Huang Shigong (Kosekiho) and Zhang Liang (Choryo), from " A Set of Two on the States of Han and Chu (Kanso niban no uchi)", 1834. Attributed to Yanagawa Shigenobu II

Court lady admiring plum blossoms, late 1820s. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Court lady admiring plum blossoms, late 1820s

Dancer in Momijigari, from an untitled series of nerimono festival dancers, c. 1823

Summer Robes (Natsugoromo), from the series "A Comparison of Incense (Takimono awase)
Summer Robes (Natsugoromo), from the series " A Comparison of Incense (Takimono awase)", c. 1822

No. 3: Silent Flower (Mono iwanu hana), from the series "A Comparison of Flowers
No. 3: Silent Flower (Mono iwanu hana), from the series " A Comparison of Flowers (Hana awase)", late 1820s

Scenting a kimono with incense, early 19th century. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Scenting a kimono with incense, early 19th century

Women Playing Music, 19th century. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Women Playing Music, 19th century

Court Lady Praising the Plum Blossom, 1830. Creator: Yanagawa Shigenobu
Court Lady Praising the Plum Blossom, 1830

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Shigenobu Yanagawa: A Master of Elegance and Beauty Step into the enchanting world of Shigenobu Yanagawa, a renowned Japanese artist whose exquisite works have captivated art lovers for centuries. With a diverse range of subjects and styles, Yanagawa's talent shines through in every brushstroke. In "Hinazuru of Naka Ogi-ya as an Onna Jittoku, " created around 1825, we witness the delicate portrayal of a geisha immersed in her role. The attention to detail is remarkable, showcasing Yanagawa's ability to capture the essence of his subject. Another masterpiece by this talented artist is "Konami of Kurahashi-ya. " Painted during the same period, it showcases Yanagawa's versatility as he effortlessly transitions from portraying geishas to depicting nature. The serene landscape transports us to another realm altogether. Yanagawa's creativity knows no bounds, evident in his playful piece titled "Cock Eyeing a Free-standing Screen Painted with Cock, Hen, and Chicks. " This whimsical artwork brings joy and laughter with its vibrant colors and amusing subject matter. One cannot overlook Yanagawa's mastery when it comes to landscapes. In "Celebrated Waterfall, " created between 1820-1830, he captures the raw power and beauty of nature. Each stroke seems alive as water cascades down rocks with breathtaking realism. Moving forward in time to Shigenobu II's era, we encounter "Kaori-mono-awase" from 1830. This elegant composition showcases refined women engaged in traditional activities while exuding gracefulness that was characteristic of this period. Even New Year celebrations were not spared from Yanagawa's artistic touch. His greeting card for the "Rat" year in 1828 radiates good fortune and prosperity through intricate details symbolizing luck and happiness. Yanagawa's talent extends beyond human subjects and landscapes.