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Snow at Ochanomizu, 1880. Creator: Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Snow at Ochanomizu, 1880. Creator: Kobayashi Kiyochika
Snow at Ochanomizu, 1880
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1880s Hillside Kiyochika Kobayashi Kobayashi Kiyochika Meiji Era Meiji Period Neighbourhood Ochanomizu Path Rowboat Rowing Boat Tokyo Tokyo Japan Asia
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Snow at Ochanomizu" is a stunning color woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Kobayashi Kiyochika in the late 1880s. This work of art is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the ukiyo-e tradition, a genre of Japanese art that flourished during the Edo period and continued into the Meiji era. The print depicts a serene winter scene in the Ochanomizu neighborhood of Tokyo, Japan. The snow-covered hills and hillside are dotted with small houses and structures, their red and brown roofs contrasting against the white landscape. A bridge arches gracefully over a river, its wooden planks and stone supports standing out against the snowy backdrop. In the foreground, a man sits on the riverbank, his back to the viewer, as he rows a small boat towards the bridge. Another man, dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, stands on the bridge, gazing out at the scene before him. A third figure, a man in a hat and coat, walks along a path leading away from the bridge. The print is rich in detail, with each element carefully carved and printed in vivid colors. The boats in the river, the folds of the men's clothing, and the intricate patterns of the bridges and houses are all rendered with exquisite precision. The overall effect is one of tranquility and beauty, a moment frozen in time and preserved for future generations to appreciate. This woodblock print is a valuable piece of heritage art, a window into the past that offers a glimpse into the daily life and cultural traditions of Japan during the Meiji era. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Asian art, or for those who simply appreciate the beauty and intricacy of traditional woodblock printing.
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