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Photographic Print : Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
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Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730. ca. 1730
Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730
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Benin Bunkado Ink On Paper Jitokusai Jitokuso Monochrome Woodblock Print Nishikawa Nishikawa Sukenobu Relaxation Relaxing Saio Sukenobu Sukenobu Nishikawa Uemon Ukyo Pastime
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step into the past with our exquisite offering from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled 'Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730' by Nishikawa Sukenobu, transports you to a serene moment in history. The women, dressed in traditional Japanese attire, engage in a quiet and intimate moment of literature and relaxation. Sukenobu's masterful use of line and composition invites you to linger and appreciate the beauty of this timeless scene. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Two Women Reclining on the Floor of a Room and Reading a Book, ca. 1730" takes us back to the elegant world of 18th-century Japan. Created by renowned artist Nishikawa Sukenobu, this monochrome woodblock print showcases his mastery in capturing moments of leisure and relaxation. In this scene, two women are seen reclining on the floor of a room engrossed in their reading material. The delicate strokes of ink on paper bring out the intricate details of their traditional attire and graceful postures. Their serene expressions reflect the pleasure they find in literature as they escape into another world through words. The composition exudes an air of tranquility as these women immerse themselves in their pastime activity. It offers us a glimpse into an era when books were cherished treasures that provided solace and intellectual stimulation. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork is not just aesthetically pleasing but also holds historical significance. It represents the heritage art form known as ukiyo-e or "pictures from the floating world" which flourished during Japan's Edo period. As we admire this exquisite piece by Nishikawa Sukenobu, it reminds us to appreciate both the beauty found within art itself and its ability to transport us across time and cultures.
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