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Wasp and turnip stalk, from "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan, c. 1814. Creator: Hokusai. Wasp and turnip stalk, from "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan, c. 1814. Creator: Hokusai
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Wasp and turnip stalk, from "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan, c. 1814. Creator: Hokusai. Wasp and turnip stalk, from "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan, c. 1814. Creator: Hokusai
Wasp and turnip stalk, from "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai (Hokusai shashin gafu)", Japan, c. 1814
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Wasps and Turnip Stalk
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is a captivating double-page illustration from Hokusai's "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan," created around 1814 during the Tokugawa period of Japan. This exquisite color woodblock print, titled "Hokusai shashin gafu," showcases the artistic mastery of Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), a renowned Japanese painter and printmaker. The illustration presents a stunningly detailed close-up of a turnip stalk, its rough texture and intricate veining rendered in meticulous detail. The stalk is adorned with the vibrant colors of autumn leaves, adding a seasonal touch to the composition. Perched on the turnip, a wasp rests, its slender body and delicate wings contrasting the robustness of the vegetation. The wasp's sharp, focused gaze and the turnip's subtle curves create a sense of harmony between the two subjects. This illustration is a testament to Hokusai's exceptional skill in capturing the beauty and intricacy of the natural world. The Edo period (1603-1868) was a time of significant artistic development in Japan, and Hokusai's works, particularly his "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," are celebrated as some of the most iconic representations of this era. The "Wasps and Turnip Stalk" illustration is a delightful example of Hokusai's ability to transform seemingly mundane subjects into captivating works of art. Its inclusion in "The Picture Book of Realistic Paintings of Hokusai... Japan" demonstrates the artist's dedication to showcasing the wonders of the natural world through his art. Today, this masterpiece is preserved and admired in various art centers, galleries, and institutions, including the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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