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『春雨集』 摺物帖窪俊満画 クサボタン、萩、シャ ガ、ツバキ、モチツバキ|Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū), vol. 2: Cut Flowers: Clematis, Bush Clover, Iris, Camellia, and Azalea
『春雨集』 摺物帖窪俊満画 クサボタン、萩、シャ ガ、ツバキ、モチツバキ|Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū), vol. 2: Cut Flowers: Clematis, Bush Clover, Iris, Camellia, and Azalea is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Kubo Shunman. It dates from 1815 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This woodblock print, 'Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū), vol.
About this work
Overview
This woodblock print, 'Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shū), vol. 2: Cut Flowers,' is a privately published surimono by Kubo Shunman, created in 1815. It is a delicate arrangement of flowers and leaves on a plain background, mounted in an album.
Subject & Meaning
The print features a selection of flowers, including camellia, bush clover, iris, and azalea, depicted in a close-up view. The surrounding Japanese poetry adds a contemplative layer to the floral arrangement, inviting the viewer to reflect on the beauty of nature.
Technique & Style
Kubo Shunman employed simple lines and flat colors to create a striking visual effect, making each plant stand out against the plain background. The use of subtle color variations and delicate lines achieves a sense of intimacy and refinement.
History & Provenance
The print is now held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, a testament to its enduring significance as a work of Japanese art from the early 19th century.
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