Spring Shoots I (Wakana: jō), Illustration to Chapter 34 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)
Tosa Mitsunobu
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Spring Shoots I (Wakana: jō), Illustration to Chapter 34 of the Tale of Genji
Spring Shoots I (Wakana: jō) is an illustration attributed to Tosa Mitsunobu, created using ink and color on paper. This work is part of a series illustrating the Tale of Genji, a classic of Japanese literature written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century. The painting exemplifies the Tosa school's style, known for its delicate lines and vibrant colors, which were instrumental in the development of Japanese narrative painting. Tosa Mitsunobu, active during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, was a pivotal figure in the Tosa school, serving as a court painter and contributing to the preservation and evolution of traditional Japanese art forms. His work on the Tale of Genji reflects the cultural and aesthetic values of the Muromachi period, emphasizing elegance and refinement. The illustration not only serves as a visual representation of the literary work but also as a testament to the enduring influence of the Tosa school in Japanese art history.
Spring Shoots I (Wakana: jō), Illustration to Chapter 34 of the Tale of Genji
The painting "Spring Shoots I (Wakana: jō)" by Tosa Mitsunobu, created using ink and color on paper, exemplifies the refined aesthetics of the Japanese Yamato-e style, characterized by its delicate lines and vibrant colors. This artwork illustrates a scene from the classic literary work "The Tale of Genji," capturing the elegance and courtly life of the Heian period.
