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Kameyama by Hokusai
Kameyama, no.52 from an untitled Tokaido series by Katsushika Hokusai ). Date: 1804
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Kameyama, No. 52 from an Untitled Tokaido Series by Katsushika Hokusai: A Scenic View of the Kameyama Inn This stunning woodcut print, titled "Kameyama," is the fifty-second installment in Katsushika Hokusai's renowned series, The Great Wave off Kanagawa, and other views of the Tokaido Road. Created in 1804, this exquisite work of art showcases the Japanese artist's mastery of the ukiyo-e style. The print depicts a tranquil scene of the Kameyama Inn, located at the fifty-second station on the Tokaido Road, which connected Edo (present-day Tokyo) with Kyoto during Japan's Edo period. The Tokaido Road was a major thoroughfare for travelers, merchants, and pilgrims, and Hokusai's series captures the essence of the journey along this historic route. In this particular print, we see weary travelers disembarking from their horses and making their way towards the inn. The innkeeper, dressed in traditional attire, greets them warmly, offering a respite from their long journey. The mountains in the background rise majestically, their snow-capped peaks framing the scene. The serene landscape is dotted with cherry blossom trees, their delicate pink petals cascading to the ground, symbolizing the transience of life. Hokusai's masterful use of perspective, line, and color creates a sense of depth and dimension, drawing the viewer into the scene. The intricate details of the inn, the travelers, and the natural surroundings are rendered with exquisite precision and artistry. This print is a testament to Hokusai's unparalleled talent and his ability to capture the beauty and essence of Japan's landscapes and culture.
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