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Saishin, from the series "Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes of... c. 1828 / 30. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
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Saishin, from the series "Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes of... c. 1828 / 30. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Saishin, from the series " Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes of the Water Margin (Fuzoku onna Suikoden, ippyakuhachinin no uchi)", c. 1828/30
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Back View Cartouche Fashionable Ichiyusai Kuniyoshi Kuniyoshi Utagawa Rear View Sash Surimono Utagawa Kuniyoshi View Through Water Margin Block Printing Clothing Dress Color Woodblock Print Fashion Clothing Kimono Tokugawa Period Traditional Dress Woodblock Woodblock Printing
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In this print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, titled "Saishin" we are transported back to 19th century Japan during the Edo period. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of color woodblock printing brings to life a fashionable woman dressed in traditional Japanese attire. The woman stands elegantly with her back turned towards us, allowing us a glimpse of her stunning kimono adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. Her obi, tied beautifully around her waist, adds an extra layer of gracefulness to her ensemble. Through the window behind her, we catch a view of the tranquil water margin landscape outside. Kuniyoshi's portrayal of this fashionable woman as one of the heroes from Chinese literature showcases his unique artistic style that merges both Japanese and Chinese influences. The cartouche framing the image further emphasizes its importance within his series "Fashionable Women as the One Hundred and Eight Heroes". As we admire this remarkable piece at the Art Institute Chicago, we can't help but be captivated by Kuniyoshi's ability to capture not only the beauty but also the essence of traditional Japanese fashion. This print serves as a testament to how art has always been intertwined with culture throughout history. With every brushstroke and block print meticulously placed on paper, Kuniyoshi transports us into a world where fashion becomes an art form itself - where clothing is not just something worn but rather an expression of identity and tradition.
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