Lua do Monte Otowa
1885-1892
Step into the Meiji era with this striking print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, often called the last great master of ukiyo-e. A bearded samurai in vibrant green and purple armor stands poised, not for battle, but amidst a whimsical stream of cherry blossom petals dancing in the moonlight. Behind him, a castle complex rests on a hill under a full moon, creating a perfect blend of martial strength and ephemeral spring beauty. This piece belongs to his masterpiece series 'One Hundred Aspects of the Moon,' where he moved away from his earlier violent 'blood prints' to capture the poetic and psychological essence of Japanese legend.
- Technique
- Woodblock print
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