{"product_id":"woman-dancer-in-daimyos-palace-suzuki-harunobu","title":"Woman Dancer in Daimyo's Palace - Suzuki Harunobu","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ukiyo-e woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, depicting a dancer performing for musicians in a traditional Japanese palace setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu depicts a scene within a formal Japanese interior, likely a palace setting. A central female figure performs a dance while holding a parasol, positioned on a red rug that contrasts with the muted green tatami flooring. She is accompanied by three seated musicians who play the shamisen, a traditional three-stringed instrument. The composition is balanced, with the figures arranged to suggest a quiet, controlled performance space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarunobu is credited with the development of nishiki-e, or brocade prints, which introduced full-colour printing to the ukiyo-e tradition. Before this innovation, prints were typically limited to two or three colours. This work demonstrates his characteristic style: slender, ethereal figures with delicate facial features and graceful postures. The background features sliding doors decorated with stylised pine trees, a common motif in Japanese art that provides a sense of place without overwhelming the primary subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the aesthetic values of the Edo period, where the floating world of theatre, music, and fashion became a primary subject for artists. Harunobu focused on capturing the atmosphere of these social interactions. The use of soft, harmonious tones and the precise application of colour blocks show the technical mastery required for multi-block printing. The figures are rendered with fine, fluid lines, maintaining a sense of lightness and movement despite the static nature of the medium. This print offers a glimpse into the cultural life of the period, documenting the attire and musical traditions associated with high-status entertainment. The composition avoids excessive detail, allowing the viewer to focus on the interaction between the dancer and the musicians, creating a sense of stillness and focus within the palace walls.\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=\"\/sv\/products\/women-preparing-gion-bean-curd-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;\"\u003eWomen Preparing Gion Bean Curd by Kitagawa Utamaro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/summer-twilight-on-the-banks-of-the-sumida-river-torii-kiyonaga\" 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;\"\u003eSummer Twilight on the Banks of the Sumida River by Torii Kiyonaga\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/collections\/suzuki-harunobu\" 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;\"\u003eSuzuki Harunobu artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Suzuki Harunobu","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59501498499407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59501499318607,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59501499351375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59501499384143,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59501499416911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59501499449679,"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":59501499482447,"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":59501499515215,"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":59501499547983,"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":59501499580751,"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":59501499613519,"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":59501499646287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-Dancer-in-Daimyo-s-Palace_Poster_CompositorV1_1794614839665.jpg?v=1794614876","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/woman-dancer-in-daimyos-palace-suzuki-harunobu","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}