The Handsome Pillar (Makibashira), Illustration to Chapter 31 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)
Tosa Mitsunobu
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The Handsome Pillar (Makibashira), Illustration to Chapter 31 of the Tale of Genji
The Handsome Pillar (Makibashira) 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 yamato-e style, characterized by its delicate lines and vibrant colors, which was prominent during the Heian period. Tosa Mitsunobu, active during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, was a pivotal figure in the Tosa school, known for its focus on traditional Japanese themes and techniques. His contributions helped preserve and perpetuate the yamato-e style during a time when Chinese influences were prevalent in Japanese art. This illustration not only reflects the aesthetic values of its time but also serves as a visual narrative that complements the literary masterpiece of the Tale of Genji.
The Handsome Pillar (Makibashira), Illustration to Chapter 31 of the Tale of Genji
This artwork by Tosa Mitsunobu, created using ink and color on paper, exemplifies the traditional Japanese yamato-e style, characterized by its delicate lines and vibrant colors. It illustrates a scene from the classic literary work "The Tale of Genji," capturing the refined court life of the Heian period.
