TActo honjo tatekawa, Tategawa at the capital. Katsushika, Hokusai, 1760-1849, artist
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TActo honjo tatekawa, Tategawa at the capital. Katsushika, Hokusai, 1760-1849, artist
TActo honjo tatekawa, Tategawa at the capital. Katsushika, Hokusai, 1760-1849, artist, [ca. 1833 or 1834, printed later], 1 print : woodcut, color; 24.3 x 36.1 cm. Print shows a man cutting boards and two men building a wall
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1760 1849 1833 1834 Boards Building Capital Cutting Hokusai Katsushika Printed Shows Toto Wall
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Step into the vibrant world of 19th-century Japan with this stunning print by the renowned artist Katsushika Hokusai. Titled "TActo honjo tatekawa, Tategawa at the capital", this woodcut print showcases a bustling scene in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) during the early 1830s.
In the foreground, a skilled craftsman is hard at work cutting wooden boards with precision and care, while two laborers construct a sturdy wall in the background. The attention to detail and textures are remarkable, from the intricate folds of their clothing to the weathered wood grain. The colors used are bold and vivid, with deep blues and greens dominating the palette.
Hokusai's masterful use of composition creates a sense of depth and movement within the scene, drawing our eye around each figure as they go about their daily tasks. This print not only captures a moment in time but also provides insight into traditional Japanese craftsmanship and architecture during this era.
As one of Hokusai's most celebrated works, "TActo honjo tatekawa, Tategawa at the capital" is an exquisite example of ukiyo-e artistry. Its beauty lies not only in its technical skill but also in its ability to transport us to another era, inviting us to step into a world both familiar yet foreign.
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