1839
ink
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
百人一首 うはかゑとき 源宗于朝臣|Poem by Minamoto no Muneyuki Ason, from the series One Hundred Poems Explained by the Nurse (Hyakunin isshu uba ga etoki) is a 1839 ink by Katsushika Hokusai, a Japonisme work, depicting Poetry, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of a tree with sparse branches, surrounded by a few people in traditional Japanese attire. The tree's trunk and branches are rendered in white, with some leaves visible on the right side. The people are dressed in blue and red robes, with one person sitting on the ground near the tree. In the background, there are some dark shapes that resemble mountains or hills. The painting features a mix of bold lines and soft colors, with a focus on the natural beauty of the tree and its surroundings. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and contemplative. If you're interested in exploring more works by the same artist, check out Katsushika Hokusai.
Katsushika Hokusai spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he drew and carved prints for a living.
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