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A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
Poem by the Monk Sosei - Suzuki Harunobu
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A refined Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, featuring two figures and a poem by the monk Sosei.
This woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu depicts two figures in a refined, atmospheric setting. Harunobu is credited with the development of nishiki-e, or brocade prints, which allowed for the use of multiple colours in a single composition. The print features the delicate, slender figures characteristic of his work during the mid-Edo period. The figures are positioned near a large, vermilion pillar, which provides a strong vertical element against the softer, muted tones of the background.
The scene incorporates a poem by the monk Sosei, written in elegant calligraphy at the top of the composition. This integration of text and image is a hallmark of the literary traditions often referenced in Ukiyo-e prints. The figures hold umbrellas, suggesting a moment of quiet observation or travel. The background includes a simplified architectural form and a flowering tree, rendered with minimal detail to maintain the focus on the human subjects. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft pinks, greys, and the bold red of the pillar to create visual balance.
Harunobu's approach to composition often prioritised a sense of grace and lyrical quality. The figures appear weightless, their garments draped in a way that suggests movement despite their static poses. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the woodblock medium, with clean lines and carefully registered colour blocks. This work offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the period, where the intersection of poetry, fashion, and nature formed the basis of artistic expression. The print is a representative example of the refined style that defined Harunobu's career, reflecting the cultural interests of the urban population in Edo-period Japan.
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Poem by the Monk Sosei - Suzuki Harunobu
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Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
Artist Biography
Suzuki Harunobu
Suzuki Harunobu did not start his career with the full palette of colours for which he is now known. His early work consisted of simple two-colour prints and mizu-e, or water pictures, which used coloured key blocks instead of black to create a pale appearance. His transition occurred in 1765 when he collaborated with private poetry clubs to produce egoyomi, which were pictorial calendars. These commissions allowed him to use the expensive pigments and heavy paper that defined nishiki-e, or brocade pictures.
Harunobu moved away from the stiff portraits of kabuki actors common in his era. He preferred to depict young women in their daily lives, often using an elevated viewpoint to look into private spaces. His series Zashiki hakkei, or Eight Parlour Views, provides a clear example of his method. He took classical Chinese themes and reimagined them as domestic scenes. A temple bell might become a chiming clock. A distant storm is represented by a woman drying herself after a bath.
Modern collectors value these prints for their quiet atmosphere and precise compositions. Harunobu avoided the aggressive energy of later ukiyo-e artists. He chose instead to focus on slender figures and soft colour harmonies. His work captures specific moments of leisure, such as playing cat's cradle or walking by the shore. These scenes offer a calm window into eighteenth-century Japan. They remain popular because they balance historical detail with a clean, graphic sensibility that suits contemporary interiors.
Harunobu moved away from the stiff portraits of kabuki actors common in his era. He preferred to depict young women in their daily lives, often using an elevated viewpoint to look into private spaces. His series Zashiki hakkei, or Eight Parlour Views, provides a clear example of his method. He took classical Chinese themes and reimagined them as domestic scenes. A temple bell might become a chiming clock. A distant storm is represented by a woman drying herself after a bath.
Modern collectors value these prints for their quiet atmosphere and precise compositions. Harunobu avoided the aggressive energy of later ukiyo-e artists. He chose instead to focus on slender figures and soft colour harmonies. His work captures specific moments of leisure, such as playing cat's cradle or walking by the shore. These scenes offer a calm window into eighteenth-century Japan. They remain popular because they balance historical detail with a clean, graphic sensibility that suits contemporary interiors.
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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
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