The Ise Virgin's Visit (Episode 69) from the "Tales of Ise" (Ise monogatari)

Tosa School

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key Notes:
Elegance of Heian aesthetics, Narrative storytelling in art.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Ink and color on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"The Ise Virgin's Visit (Episode 69) from the 'Tales of Ise' (Ise monogatari)" is a significant work by the Tosa School, created during the Edo period in Japan, which illustrates a narrative from the classical Japanese literature that explores themes of love and longing. This painting exemplifies the Tosa School's distinctive style, characterized by its delicate brushwork and vibrant colors, and reflects the cultural importance of the 'Tales of Ise' in shaping Japanese aesthetics and literary tradition.

Description of the work:

"The Ise Virgin's Visit (Episode 69) from the 'Tales of Ise' (Ise monogatari)" by the Tosa School is characterized by its delicate brushwork and vibrant color palette, typical of the Edo period's narrative painting style. The composition features a serene landscape setting, with figures rendered in a refined manner, emphasizing the emotional and thematic depth of the literary source.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Ise Virgin's Visit (Episode 69) from the "Tales of Ise" (Ise monogatari)