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Evening Bell at Ikegami (Ikegami no bansho), from the series "Eight Views in the... c. 1837/38. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Evening Bell at Ikegami (Ikegami no bansho), from the series "Eight Views in the... c. 1837/38. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
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Evening Bell at Ikegami (Ikegami no bansho), from the series "Eight Views in the... c. 1837/38. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Evening Bell at Ikegami (Ikegami no bansho), from the series "Eight Views in the... c. 1837/38. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Evening Bell at Ikegami (Ikegami no bansho), from the series "Eight Views in the Environs of Edo (Edo kinko hakkei no uchi)", c. 1837/38
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Evening Bell at Ikegami
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is a captivating woodblock print from the renowned series "Eight Views in the Environs of Edo" created by Ando Hiroshige between 1837 and 1838. This masterpiece showcases the Ikegami Ota Ku temple in Tokyo, Japan, during the serene evening hours. The temple, nestled amidst a lush forest, is bathed in the soft glow of twilight, with the evening bell tower casting a long, dark shadow against the backdrop of the setting sun. The print's intricate details bring the scene to life, from the delicately rendered trees and plants to the black roofs of the temple buildings. The calligraphy on the temple's rooftop, which reads "Ichi-ryu-sai Hiroshige," adds an authentic touch to the artwork. The bell tower, with its wide, open doors, invites the viewer to imagine the sound of the evening bell call to prayer echoing through the forest. The use of color in this oban-sized print is striking, with the black color of the temple buildings and the evening bell tower contrasting beautifully against the vibrant greens of the forest and the warm orange hues of the sunset. The background people, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, add a sense of scale and activity to the scene. This woodblock print is a testament to Hiroshige's artistic skill and his ability to capture the beauty and essence of a moment in time. It is a valuable piece of heritage art that showcases the rich cultural traditions of Japan during the Edo period. The print is now part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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