{"title":"Kobayashi Kiyochika","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"illustration-of-the-great-korean-war-chosen-dai-senso-no-zu-kobayashi-kiyochika","title":"Illustration of the Great Korean War (Chōsen dai sensō no zu) - Kobayashi Kiyochika","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Kobayashi Kiyochika titled 'Illustration of the Great Korean War (Chōsen dai sensō no zu)', depicting three figures in an interior setting, blending traditional Japanese techniques with Western influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKobayashi Kiyochika (1847-1915) was a Japanese artist known for his ukiyo-e woodblock prints and paintings, particularly those depicting scenes from the Meiji era. He is often considered the last major artist of the ukiyo-e tradition. Kiyochika's work bridges the gap between traditional Japanese art and Western influences, incorporating elements of realism and perspective into his prints. His prints often document contemporary events, urban scenes, and the modernisation of Japan. \n\n'Illustration of the Great Korean War (Chōsen dai sensō no zu)' depicts three figures in what appears to be an interior setting. The central figure, standing tall, wears a Western-style suit and top hat, while the other two figures are kneeling, each holding a sword. The figures are rendered with careful attention to detail, from the folds of their clothing to the expressions on their faces. The composition is balanced, with the standing figure providing a sense of stability and authority. The colour palette is restrained, with muted tones of beige, blue, and red creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The floor is patterned with a geometric design, adding visual interest to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/women-near-a-river-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWomen Near a River - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kobayashi Kiyochika","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818360381775,"sku":null,"price":25.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818363298127,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818363330895,"sku":null,"price":40.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818363363663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818363396431,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Illustration-of-the-Great-Korean-War-Ch-sen-dai-sens-no-zu-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780110608667.jpg?v=1780110732"},{"product_id":"fuji-with-boat-at-miho-in-sunshu-shizuoka-kobayashi-kiyochika","title":"Fuji with Boat at Miho in Sunshu (Shizuoka) - Kobayashi Kiyochika","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Kobayashi Kiyochika depicting a steamship sailing towards Mount Fuji. The artwork blends traditional Japanese techniques with Western influences, capturing a serene yet powerful seascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKobayashi Kiyochika (1847-1915) was a Japanese artist known for his ukiyo-e woodblock prints and paintings. He is considered one of the last major figures of the ukiyo-e tradition. Kiyochika's work often depicted scenes of Meiji-era Japan, blending traditional Japanese artistic techniques with Western influences. He is particularly noted for his depictions of light and shadow, a technique he adopted from Western art. \n\nThis print presents a dramatic seascape featuring Mount Fuji in the background. A large steamship, possibly a passenger liner, dominates the composition, cutting through turbulent waves. The sky transitions from a deep twilight blue to a lighter horizon, with the moon visible on the right. The waves are rendered with dynamic, swirling lines, conveying the power of the ocean. The colour palette is restrained, with blues, greys, and touches of pink on Mount Fuji, creating a serene yet powerful image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/boating-party-with-children-swimming-kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoating Party with Children Swimming - Kitagawa Utamaro — Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/women-near-a-river-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWomen Near a River - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kobayashi Kiyochika","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818363429199,"sku":null,"price":25.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365198671,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365231439,"sku":null,"price":40.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365264207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57818365296975,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fuji-with-Boat-at-Miho-in-Sunshu-Shizuoka-_Poster_CompositorV1_1780110607392.jpg?v=1780110851"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/kobayashi-kiyochika.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}