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Evening Bell at Kamakura, View of the Mountains of Awa Province from Tsurugaoka (Ka... c. 1833 / 34. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni II)
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Evening Bell at Kamakura, View of the Mountains of Awa Province from Tsurugaoka (Ka... c. 1833 / 34. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni II)
Evening Bell at Kamakura, View of the Mountains of Awa Province from Tsurugaoka (Kamakura bansho, Tsurugaoka yori Boshu yama no zu), from the series " Eight Views of Famous Places (Meisho hakkei)", c. 1833/34
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Beige Call To Prayer Cartouche Compound Distance Distant Evening Bell Ichieisai Kamakura Kanagawa Japan Asia Prayer Prayers Rooftop Rooftops Toyokuni Ii Toyokuni Ii Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyoshige Utagawa Utagawa Ii Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Utagawa Toyokuni Ii Utagawa Toyoshige Block Printing Color Woodblock Print Green Colour Oban Tokugawa Period Woodblock Woodblock Printing
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This print, titled "Evening Bell at Kamakura, View of the Mountains of Awa Province from Tsurugaoka" takes us on a journey to 19th century Japan. Created by Utagawa Toyokuni II during the Edo period, this color woodblock print is part of the renowned series "Eight Views of Famous Places". The scene depicts a serene evening in Kamakura, with its iconic Tsurugaoka Shrine standing proudly in the foreground. The soft beige rooftops and lush green landscape create a harmonious backdrop for the distant mountains of Awa Province. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are transported to a time when prayers were called out through an evening bell. The call to prayer resonates throughout the compound, inviting people to pause and reflect amidst their daily lives. Utagawa Toyokuni II's masterful block printing technique brings depth and detail to every element within this composition. From the intricate cartouche framing the scene to the subtle nuances in color and shading, his artistic skill shines through. This print not only captures a specific moment in history but also serves as a testament to Japan's rich cultural heritage. It invites us to appreciate both the natural beauty of its landscapes and architectural marvels like Tsurugaoka Shrine. Displayed at The Art Institute of Chicago, this piece stands as a reminder that art has no boundaries - it transcends time and place, allowing us glimpses into different worlds while celebrating our shared humanity.
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