Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu)

Suzuki Harunobu

Created:

Movement:

c. 1766

None

key Notes:

Ethereal tranquility; Ukiyo-e elegance.

Dimensions:

28.7 × 21.6 cm (11 1/4 × 8 1/2 in.)

medium:

Color woodblock print; chuban

Difficulty:

Expert

New game

story of the work:

"Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu)" is a woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, a prominent ukiyo-e artist of the Edo period, known for his innovative use of polychrome printing. This work is part of the series "Eight Views of the Parlor (Zashiki hakkei)," which reflects Harunobu's characteristic blend of poetic themes and domestic scenes, capturing the serene beauty of everyday life in 18th-century Japan.

Description of the work:

"Evening Snow on a Floss Shaper (Nurioke no bosetsu)" by Suzuki Harunobu is a color woodblock print that depicts a serene interior scene, characterized by the delicate portrayal of a woman engaged in the meticulous task of shaping floss, set against a backdrop of softly falling snow visible through a window. The composition is marked by Harunobu's refined use of color and line, capturing the tranquil atmosphere and the subtle interplay of light and shadow within the intimate setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Art Institute of Chicago

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