Artwork
百人一首 宇波かゑとき 安部仲麿|Poem by Abe no Nakamaro, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki)
百人一首 宇波かゑとき 安部仲麿|Poem by Abe no Nakamaro, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki) is an ink print by the Japonisme artist Katsushika Hokusai. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- JP2940
- Credit line
- Henry L. Phillips Collection, Bequest of Henry L. Phillips, 1939
About this work
Overview
This 1804 woodblock print, part of the 'One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse' series, is attributed to Katsushika Hokusai. It combines ink and color on paper, currently housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene moonlit scene: a woman in a light robe stands on a riverbank, holding a fan, with a red-clothed pole nearby. Behind her, figures under a bridge watch a boat. The composition conveys calmness.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simple yet vibrant colors, deep blues, soft greens, and warm reds, the print showcases Hokusai's woodblock technique, achieving a quiet, peaceful atmosphere through balanced composition and restrained palette.
History & Provenance
Created in 1804, the print is now part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, highlighting its preservation and accessibility within a prominent cultural institution.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katsushika Hokusai spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he drew and carved prints for a living.
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