Kolekcja: Ukiyo-e
Ukiyo-e ("pictures of the floating world") is a genre of traditional Japanese art that flourished from the 17th to the 19th century, particularly during the Edo period (1603-1868). The style is characterized by vibrant woodblock prints and paintings that depict scenes from daily life, landscapes, kabuki actors, beautiful women (bijin-ga), and famous samurai. Ukiyo-e emerged in response to the changing social dynamics of the time, as Japan transitioned into a period of relative peace and prosperity under the Tokugawa shogunate.
The term "floating world" refers to the hedonistic lifestyle of the urban merchant class in Edo (modern-day Tokyo), who sought pleasure through entertainment, art, and leisure. Ukiyo-e became a reflection of this world, capturing the fleeting beauty of life, nature, and culture. While it was initially aimed at the middle class, it later gained international recognition and influenced many Western artists, particularly during the Japonisme movement in the 19th century.
Key Characteristics of Ukiyo-e:
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Woodblock Printing: Ukiyo-e artists often used the woodblock printing technique, where an image was carved into a wooden block, inked, and then pressed onto paper. This allowed for mass production of prints, making art accessible to a wide audience.
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Color and Composition: Ukiyo-e prints typically featured bold colors, dramatic compositions, and dynamic lines. The artists used a limited color palette but applied it in inventive ways to create depth, contrast, and texture.
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Subjects: The primary themes of Ukiyo-e included beautiful women (bijin-ga), kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, famous landscapes, historical events, and scenes of daily life. Landscape prints, especially those by Hokusai and Hiroshige, are among the most iconic, with works like The Great Wave off Kanagawa and One Hundred Famous Views of Edo becoming globally recognized.
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Influential Artists: Key figures in Ukiyo-e include:
- Hokusai: Known for his dynamic landscapes and the iconic Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji, including The Great Wave off Kanagawa.
- Hiroshige: Famous for his serene and poetic landscape prints, particularly in the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo.
- Utamaro: Renowned for his portraits of beautiful women, capturing their elegance and grace in intimate settings.
- Sharaku: Famous for his striking portraits of kabuki actors, known for their dramatic expressions and psychological depth.
Influence on Western Art: Ukiyo-e had a significant impact on Western artists in the late 19th century, particularly those involved in the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements. Artists like Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, and Edgar Degas were inspired by the bold compositions, unusual perspectives, and vibrant colors of Ukiyo-e prints. The influence of Japanese art also contributed to the rise of Japonisme in Europe.
Ukiyo-e remains an essential aspect of Japan's cultural heritage, and its influence continues to resonate in modern art and design.
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View of Yumeirō restaurant at Imado - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Summer Night at Asakusa Kurama'e - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Tokon no kurishimi - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Saikyōmaru fighting at Kaiyōtō - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Two horses - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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The Ariakerō in Imado - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Souvenirs from China - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Hosokawa Tadaoki's wife - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Before Tarō Inari Shrine at the Asakusa Ricefields - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Hashiba at Twilight - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Tameike - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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The righteous war to chastize Russia, naval battle at Chemulpo - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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May Evening on Kudanzaka - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Thirty-two Comic Faces, Supplement: One Hundred Comic Faces - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Mount Fuji at sunset on Lake Suruga - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Kurushii ami konomi - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Looking at the Fire at Hisamatsucho, February 11, 1881 - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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The Island Enoshima - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Shinkyo bridge in Nikko, from the series Views of Famous Sites of Japan - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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View of Umaya Bridge - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Rainy night at Yanagiwara - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Man'nen Bridge at the source of Sokokura hot spring in Hakone - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Fujimi Ferry Dock on Okawa (Sumida River) - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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Mitate-e of Courtesan Eguchi, parodying Fugen Bosatsu, seated astride an elephant - by Kobayashi Kiyochika
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