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千代田の大奥茶の湯辺り花|Chiyoda Inner Palace: No.20 Flower Arranging in Turn (Chiyoda no Ōoku: Chanoyu mawaribana)

千代田の大奥茶の湯辺り花|Chiyoda Inner Palace: No.20 Flower Arranging in Turn (Chiyoda no Ōoku: Chanoyu mawaribana) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This triptych woodblock print, created in 1895 by Hashimoto Chikanobu, is titled 'Chiyoda Inner Palace: No.

About this work

This painting shows five women in traditional Japanese clothing, sitting on the floor in a room with a low table and a screen.

This painting shows five women in traditional Japanese clothing, sitting on the floor in a room with a low table and a screen. The women are dressed in colorful kimonos with intricate designs and patterns.

The room is decorated with a few vases and a scroll on the wall, and there is a window with a view of a garden outside. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and elegance.

The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and space in the painting. The painting is a great example of Japanese art from the late 19th century. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, check out Hashimoto Chikanobu.

Overview

This triptych woodblock print, created in 1895 by Hashimoto Chikanobu, is titled 'Chiyoda Inner Palace: No.20 Flower Arranging in Turn'. It is a representation of a serene and elegant scene, characteristic of Japanese art from the late 19th century.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts five women in traditional Japanese attire seated in a tranquil room with a low table, screen, and decorative elements. The scene conveys a sense of refinement and poise, capturing a moment of leisure within the inner palace.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of ink and color on paper showcases intricate designs and patterns on the women's kimonos, as well as the room's decorations. The composition and color palette create a sense of depth and space, exemplifying Chikanobu's skill in woodblock printing.

History & Provenance

The print is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, providing a tangible link to the artistic practices of late 19th-century Japan.

Artist & collection

Artist

Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu

Japanese, 1838–1912

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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