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Hokusai Katsushika
"Pictures of the floating world", ukiyo-e were a source of entertainment during the Edo Period. People delighted in the sight of images created by artists working across a wide array of formats such as one-of-a-kind paintings; mass-produced woodblock prints, and illustrations in yomihon historical novels.
Hokusai no doubt spent time thinking about how to entertain his audience, identifying subjects that would be interesting to include in future works and anticipating the gasps of astonishment that would meet his incorporation of a new technique. Indeed, he devoted his life to elevating his craft and surely enjoyed his quest to attain new heights.
The work of skilled craftspeople such as block engravers and printers was indispensable to the broad reach gained by Hokusai's works. Prominent engravers inscribed their names in the works they carved and a master printer could make a living with nothing more than his baren.
The Edo Period when Hokusai was active was a grand stage where artists could pour their heart and soul into creating ukiyo-e and take pride in entertaining people through the power of their images. One of the reasons we still find ukiyo-e so appealing today is because they convey the dynamism of their time and the passion of those involved in their production.
This exhibition focuses on the skills of the artists, engravers, and printers who were involved in ukiyo-e, pointing out interesting things to look for when viewing them and showcasing works that provide a glimpse at how people enjoyed ukiyo-e in their daily lives. At a time when the risk of infection makes it difficult for visitors to engage in animated conversation about the pictures they like or the parts of a work they find striking, we've put together another way for you to share your impressions, and hope you enjoy this winter excursion into the world of ukiyo-e as entertainment.
Hokusai no doubt spent time thinking about how to entertain his audience, identifying subjects that would be interesting to include in future works and anticipating the gasps of astonishment that would meet his incorporation of a new technique. Indeed, he devoted his life to elevating his craft and surely enjoyed his quest to attain new heights.
The work of skilled craftspeople such as block engravers and printers was indispensable to the broad reach gained by Hokusai's works. Prominent engravers inscribed their names in the works they carved and a master printer could make a living with nothing more than his baren.
The Edo Period when Hokusai was active was a grand stage where artists could pour their heart and soul into creating ukiyo-e and take pride in entertaining people through the power of their images. One of the reasons we still find ukiyo-e so appealing today is because they convey the dynamism of their time and the passion of those involved in their production.
This exhibition focuses on the skills of the artists, engravers, and printers who were involved in ukiyo-e, pointing out interesting things to look for when viewing them and showcasing works that provide a glimpse at how people enjoyed ukiyo-e in their daily lives. At a time when the risk of infection makes it difficult for visitors to engage in animated conversation about the pictures they like or the parts of a work they find striking, we've put together another way for you to share your impressions, and hope you enjoy this winter excursion into the world of ukiyo-e as entertainment.
Schedule | Jan 22 (Sat) 2022-Mar 27 (Sun) 2022 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥1200, University and High School Students ¥500, Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥300, Persons with Disability Certificates + 1 Companion half price, Infants free. | ||||
| Website | https://hokusai-kan.com/exhibition2022-hokusai-ukiyoe/ | ||||
| Venue | Hokusai Museum https://hokusai-kan.com/en/ | ||||
| Location | 485 Obuse, Obusemachi, Kamitakai-gun, Nagano 381-0201 | ||||
| Access | 12 minute walk from Obuse Station on the Nagano Dentetsu line. | ||||
| Phone | 026-247-5206 | ||||
| Related images | Click on the image to enlarge it |
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