Woman makes sand painting seated woman actor Segawa KikunojAś V

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Woman makes sand painting seated woman actor Segawa KikunojAś V

Woman makes a sand painting, A seated woman (actor Segawa Kikunojo V (1802-32) in an unknown woman role), makes a sand painting on a sheet of lacquerware. Next to the painting are two spoons, a wooden spatula and a paint box on the far left. The painting represents Mount Fuji, seen from the beach of Matsu no Shimabara. The cloud next to Fuji, in the form of a dragon, refers to the new year of the dragon. Making sand paintings was a popular pastime for women from the 1920s onwards, perhaps earlier. With two poems. Kunisada (I), Utagawa (mentioned on object), Japan, 1820, paper, colour woodcut, h 211 mm × w 184 mm

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Media ID 19544071

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1820 Beach Colour Woodcut Dragon Far Left Form Fuji Kunisada Makes New Year Next Refers Seated Woman Two Poems Utagawa Women Lacquerware Mentioned Paint Box

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In this print from the Liszt Collection, we are transported back in time to witness a woman engrossed in the art of sand painting. Seated gracefully, she is none other than the esteemed actor Segawa Kikunojo V, known for her remarkable performances on stage during the early 19th century. With delicate precision, our protagonist creates a stunning masterpiece on a sheet of lacquerware. The scene depicts the majestic Mount Fuji as seen from the shores of Matsu no Shimabara. A whimsical touch is added by a cloud shaped like a dragon, symbolizing the arrival of a new year under its auspicious sign. The tools of her craft lie nearby - two spoons and a wooden spatula alongside an intriguing paint box. These instruments have witnessed countless hours spent perfecting this ancient form of artistic expression that captivated women since at least the 1920s. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, it becomes evident that sand painting was not merely an idle pastime but rather an intricate art form requiring skill and creativity. Accompanying this visual delight are two poems that further enhance its allure. This woodcut print by Kunisada (I), Utagawa transports us to Japan in 1820 and offers us a glimpse into both history and culture through one woman's dedication to her craft. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly simple activities can hold profound beauty when approached with passion and devotion.

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