Lune pluvieuse (Lune de l'univers)
1885-1892
Yoshitoshi, the last great master of the ukiyo-e tradition, created this atmospheric scene for his famous series 'One Hundred Aspects of the Moon.' A lone samurai huddles miserably under a gnarled tree, wrapped in a shaggy straw raincoat called a mino to shield himself from the heavy downpour. He clutches a bundle to his chest, perhaps trying to keep it dry, while his sword rests nearby in the wet grass. Despite the gloomy weather, a pale moon glows eerily in the teal sky, creating a striking contrast between the harsh rain and the serene light.
- Technique
- Woodblock print
- Material
- Ink and color on paper
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