Artwork
百人一首 うはかゑとき 持統天皇|Poem by Jitō Tenno (Empress Jitō), from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki)
百人一首 うはかゑとき 持統天皇|Poem by Jitō Tenno (Empress Jitō), 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 1839 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This woodblock print is one of a series titled 'One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse.
About this work
Overview
This woodblock print is one of a series titled 'One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse.' Created around 1839 by Katsushika Hokusai, it is a representative example of the artist's work in the ukiyo-e genre.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene rural scene with figures engaged in everyday activities such as washing and traveling. The tranquil atmosphere is underscored by the rolling hills and trees in the background.
Technique & Style
Characterized by soft colors and gentle lines, the print showcases Hokusai's romantic style. Blues and greens dominate the depiction of water and foliage, while the figures are rendered in more subdued tones, creating a harmonious visual balance.
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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百人一首 乳母かゑとき 猿丸太夫|Poem by Sarumaru Dayū, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki)
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百人一首 うはかゑとき 持統天皇|Poem by Jitō Tenno (Empress Jitō), from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki)