「職人合香聞 」|Utensils for the Incense Ceremony, “Incense Master” (Kōgiki), from the series An Array of Artisans

「職人合香聞 」|Utensils for the Incense Ceremony, “Incense Master” (Kōgiki), from the series An Array of Artisans

Ryūryūkyo Shinsai

1814

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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a small wooden box, a folded cloth with red flowers, a white cup with blue designs, and a pair of metal tools. The background has Japanese writing and a simple ink sketch of a plant. Everything looks simple but carefully arranged, like a quiet moment frozen in time. The red flowers on the cloth stand out against the dark fabric, adding a touch of color. This print is part of a series celebrating skilled craftsmen, focusing on the art of preparing and enjoying incense. Next, look up The Metropolitan Museum of Art to see more works like this.

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