{"title":"Yamamura Koka","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shanghai-cafe-dancers-yamamura-toyonari","title":"Shanghai Cafe Dancers - Yamamura Toyonari","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari, 'Shanghai Cafe Dancers', depicts a social scene with dancers and seated figures in a cafe, rendered in soft colours and elegant lines typical of the Ukiyo-e style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYamamura Toyonari (1885-1942) was a Japanese artist known for his contributions to the Shin-Hanga (New Print) movement, which revitalised traditional Ukiyo-e woodblock printing with modern sensibilities. He initially trained in traditional Japanese painting but later embraced printmaking, blending Eastern and Western artistic elements. Toyonari's work often depicted scenes from daily life, theatre, and portraits of women, characterised by refined lines and subtle colour gradations. 'Shanghai Cafe Dancers' captures a moment of social interaction in what appears to be a cafe setting. The composition features a group of figures, some seated at a table and others dancing in the background. The artist uses a delicate colour palette, with soft blues, oranges, and reds creating a sense of atmosphere. The figures are rendered with simplified forms and elegant lines, typical of Ukiyo-e aesthetics. The scene evokes a sense of modernity and sophistication, reflecting the cultural exchanges occurring in Shanghai during the early 20th century. The print showcases Toyonari's skill in capturing fleeting moments and conveying a sense of mood through subtle details.\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\/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\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gallinule-bird-and-water-strider-ohara-koson\" 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;\"\u003eGallinule Bird and Water Strider - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamamura Kōka","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713841275215,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713848910159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713848942927,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Shanghai-Cafe-Dancers_Poster_CompositorV1_1778981284455.jpg?v=1778983235"},{"product_id":"matsumoto-koshiro-vii-as-sukeroku-yamamura-toyonari","title":"Matsumoto Koshiro VII as Sukeroku - Yamamura Toyonari","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari, depicting Matsumoto Koshiro VII as Sukeroku, a popular character from Kabuki theatre. The print captures the essence of Kabuki theatre, known for its elaborate costumes and stylised performances.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari (1773-1835) depicts Matsumoto Koshiro VII in the role of Sukeroku, a popular character from Kabuki theatre. Toyonari was a Japanese artist of the Ukiyo-e school, active in the late Edo period. He is known for his prints of actors and beautiful women (bijin-ga). His work captures the essence of Kabuki theatre, a classical Japanese dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes and stylised performances. The print features a close-up portrait of the actor, his face painted in the distinctive white makeup characteristic of Kabuki. Red accents around the eyes and mouth accentuate his expression. He wears a black outer robe with a red under-robe, the collar pulled back to reveal the nape of his neck, a common stylistic element in Ukiyo-e prints of women and actors. The composition is simple, with a plain background that focuses attention on the figure. The artist's signature appears to the right of the figure.\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\/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\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gallinule-bird-and-water-strider-ohara-koson\" 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;\"\u003eGallinule Bird and Water Strider - Ohara Koson — Ohara Koson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamamura Kōka","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713859330383,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713860018511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57713860051279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Matsumoto-Koshiro-VII-as-Sukeroku_Poster_CompositorV1_1778981644098.jpg?v=1778983576"},{"product_id":"actor-in-chinese-play-yamamura-toyonari","title":"Actor in Chinese Play - Yamamura Toyonari","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari, portraying an actor in a Chinese play with stylised makeup and costume. The artwork blends traditional Ukiyo-e techniques with modern sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis print by Yamamura Toyonari (1885-1942), a Japanese artist known for his contributions to the Shin-hanga (New Print) movement, depicts an actor in a Chinese play. Toyonari, also known as Kōga, initially studied with Tomioka Eisen before developing his unique style, blending traditional Ukiyo-e techniques with modern sensibilities. He is particularly celebrated for his portraits of Kabuki actors and his depictions of women. The artwork features a figure in elaborate theatrical makeup and costume. The face is painted with bold black and white patterns, complemented by a blue and white headdress. The actor's eyes are visible, adding a touch of humanity to the stylised mask. A large, dark red beard covers much of the chest, while the background is filled with abstract patterns and colours, creating a dynamic and visually engaging composition. 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