{"product_id":"boy-and-monkey-playing-isoda-koryusai","title":"Boy and Monkey Playing - Isoda Koryūsai","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai depicting a playful interaction between a young boy and a monkey, rendered in the classic ukiyo-e style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Isoda Koryūsai captures a lighthearted interaction between a young boy and a monkey. Koryūsai, a former samurai who transitioned to printmaking, became known for his mastery of the hashira-e (pillar print) format and his depictions of daily life. In this composition, the boy wears a traditional apron, his posture suggesting a playful engagement with the animal. The monkey, depicted with fine, textured lines, lies on its back, creating a dynamic sense of movement and interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette remains muted, typical of the period, with earthy tones providing a backdrop for the figures. The artist employs clean, precise lines to define the forms, focusing on the expressive gestures of both subjects. The background is minimal, featuring simple cloud motifs and a suggestion of ground, which directs the viewer's attention to the central figures. Koryūsai often explored themes involving children and animals, reflecting the cultural interest in domestic scenes and folklore during the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work demonstrates the technical skill involved in the ukiyo-e process, where multiple blocks were used to build the image. The print shows the artist's ability to convey character and emotion through simplified forms. The boy's expression is one of focused amusement, while the monkey appears animated and responsive. Such prints were popular among the urban population of Edo, providing a window into both real and imagined worlds. The composition is balanced, with the figures occupying the lower two-thirds of the frame, allowing the negative space above to provide a sense of openness. This piece offers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the late eighteenth century, where the charm of everyday subjects was elevated through the refined medium of the woodblock print.\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=\"\/es\/products\/a-man-lighting-his-pipe-from-that-of-a-young-woman-who-sits-beside-him-okumura-masanobu\" 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;\"\u003eA Man Lighting His Pipe from that of A Young Woman who Sits Beside Him by Okumura Masanobu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/evening-cool-on-the-verandah-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;\"\u003eEvening Cool on the Verandah by Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/isoda-koryusai\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Isoda Koryūsai →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Isoda Koryūsai","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59092169654607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59092209762639,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59092209795407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59092209828175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59092209860943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59092209893711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59092209926479,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59092209959247,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59092209992015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59092210024783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59092210057551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59092210090319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boy-and-Monkey-Playing_Poster_CompositorV1_1791761955013.jpg?v=1791762553","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/es\/products\/boy-and-monkey-playing-isoda-koryusai","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}