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The Eighth Month (Hachi gatsu), from the series "Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu)
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The Eighth Month (Hachi gatsu), from the series "Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu)
The Eighth Month (Hachi gatsu), from the series " Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu junikagetsu)", c. 1793
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Annual Chuban Custom Customary Flower Arrangement Habit Ikebana Samisen Shamisen Toyokuni I Toyokuni Utagawa Tradition Tuning Typical Utagawa I Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni I Colour Woodblock Print Musical Instruments Playing An Instrument Posture Tokugawa Period
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The Eighth Month (Hachi gatsu), from the series 'Fashionable Twelve Months (Furyu)' by Utagawa Toyokuni I, captures the essence of 18th-century Japan in a stunning woodblock print. This artwork, created during the Edo period, showcases the customary habits and traditions of Japanese culture. In this scene, we see a female musician playing a shamisen, a traditional three-stringed instrument. With graceful posture and focused concentration, she tunes her instrument to perfection. The vibrant colors used in this print bring life to the woman's elegant kimono and beautifully arranged flower display nearby. The artist skillfully portrays not only the musical aspect but also highlights the importance of nature in Japanese art. The delicate ikebana arrangement adds an element of tranquility to the composition while symbolizing harmony with nature. As we admire this piece at the Art Institute of Chicago's Asian Arts gallery, we are transported back in time to experience Japan's rich cultural heritage. Through Utagawa Toyokuni I's masterful printing technique and attention to detail, he invites us into a world where music and art intertwine seamlessly. 'The Eighth Month' serves as a reminder that beauty can be found in every season and that tradition is something worth preserving. It is truly an exquisite representation of Japanese customs during Tokugawa period.
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