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De todas as obras originais deixadas por Utagawa Yoshikazu, a mais famosa é American family print (1861), da coleção do Bujalance Collection, em Bujalance. Logo atrás vêm Print of french family (1861) e Print of foreign children playing (1860). Nosso catálogo contém 13 obras de Utagawa Yoshikazu; a galeria preservou as 13 que o mundo mais admira, cada uma exibida com sua data, seu museu e sua história.
In the mid-19th century, as the gates of Japan began to swing open to the outside world, a new genre of art emerged to capture the profound shock and fascination of a nation in transition. Utagawa Yoshikazu’s "American Family Print," created in 1861, stands as a breathtaking specimen of Yokohama-e, a specialized branch of ukiyo-e woodblock printing. This piece does not merely depict figures; it captures a historical heartbeat. Through…
In the delicate interplay of ink and paper, Utagawa Yoshikazu’s 1861 masterpiece, Print of French Family, captures a profound moment of cultural intersection. This exquisite piece of Yokohama-e art serves as more than just a portrait; it is a visual diary of an era when the borders of Japan were beginning to breathe in the influences of the West. The scene presents a European family—a man dressed in formal, structured…
In the mid-19th century, the shores of Japan were undergoing a seismic cultural shift, as the isolation of the Edo period began to dissolve under the influence of Western arrival. Within this whirlwind of transformation, Utagawa Yoshikazu emerged as a vital visual chronicler through the genre of Yokohama-e. His captivating print, "Print of foreign children playing," serves as more than just a charming depiction of youth; it is a profound…
In the delicate, ink-etched lines of Utagawa Yoshikazu’s 1860 woodblock print, Yokohama Miyozaki Geisha House Gankiro Foreigner, we find ourselves transported to a pivotal moment in human history. This is not merely a depiction of a social gathering; it is a profound visual document of Japan at a crossroads. As the Edo period drew to a close and the influence of the West began to ripple through the archipelago following…
In the mid-19th century, Japan stood at a profound historical crossroads, caught between the ancient traditions of the Edo period and the encroaching tides of global modernity. Utagawa Yoshikazu, a master of the Ukiyo-e tradition, captured this seismic shift with unparalleled clarity in his evocative woodblock print, Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland. This striking work serves as more than just a visual record; it…
![Seichūgishi uchiiri seimei 誠忠義士討入姓名 [The names of the loyal retainers who attacked] (1859) de Utagawa Yoshikazu](/media/artworks/images-full/08/75/08753252f370fe66d833c6cf7ba5a8b2.jpg)
From [Bakumatsu nishikiejō] [幕末錦絵帖] [Folding book of brocade pictures from the Bakumatsu period (ca. 1853-1867)] A 1703 night attack on the Edo mansion of Kira Yoshinaka by loyal samurai retainers of the late Asano Naganori intent on avenging their master’s death. The attack took place in a time of peace when samurai rarely saw battle, and private vengeance like this was illegal. Asano’s retainers killed Kira but were themselves sentenced…
Os quatro temas que mais se repetem nestas obras originais, cada um com o seu melhor exemplo.
Os 4 museus que detêm a maioria das pinturas desta página.
| Museus | Cidade | Obras de Utagawa Yoshikazu | Pinturas desta lista |
|---|---|---|---|
 Keio University Library |
Tóquio | 7 | Yokohama Miyozaki Geisha House Gankiro Foreigner, Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland, People of 5 Countries at a Party with Wine, American, Russian, Hollander, English, Chinese (Nankin), French |
 Bujalance Collection |
Bujalance | 4 | American family print, Print of french family, Print of foreign children playing |
 Cambridge University Library |
Cambridge | 1 | Seichūgishi uchiiri seimei 誠忠義士討入姓名 [The names of the loyal retainers who attacked] |
 Minneapolis Institute of Art |
Minneapolis | 1 | Eighty-eight Fish |
As obras datadas de Utagawa Yoshikazu nesta seleção abrangem apenas 5 anos, de 1859 a 1863: uma carreira breve, apresentada aqui ano a ano.
Escolha um ano para ver as obras originais.
In the mid-19th century, Japan stood at a profound historical crossroads, caught between the ancient traditions of the Edo period and the encroaching tides of global modernity. Utagawa Yoshikazu, a master of the Ukiyo-e tradition, captured this seismic shift with unparalleled clarity in his evocative woodblock print, Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland. This striking work serves as more than just a visual record; it…
Mais de 1859
In the mid-19th century, the shores of Japan were undergoing a seismic cultural shift, as the isolation of the Edo period began to dissolve under the influence of Western arrival. Within this whirlwind of transformation, Utagawa Yoshikazu emerged as a vital visual chronicler through the genre of Yokohama-e. His captivating print, "Print of foreign children playing," serves as more than just a charming depiction of youth; it is a profound…
Mais de 1860
In the mid-19th century, as the gates of Japan began to swing open to the outside world, a new genre of art emerged to capture the profound shock and fascination of a nation in transition. Utagawa Yoshikazu’s "American Family Print," created in 1861, stands as a breathtaking specimen of Yokohama-e, a specialized branch of ukiyo-e woodblock printing. This piece does not merely depict figures; it captures a historical heartbeat. Through…
Mais de 1861
American family print (1861), Bujalance Collection, Bujalance. Print of french family (1861) e Print of foreign children playing (1860) vêm a seguir.
American family print, Print of french family, Print of foreign children playing, Yokohama Miyozaki Geisha House Gankiro Foreigner, Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland, People of 5 Countries at a Party with Wine, American, Russian, Hollander, English, Chinese (Nankin), French, Yokohama Foreigner, Yokohama Miyozakikuruwa Gankiro, Foreigner Playing, Seichūgishi uchiiri seimei 誠忠義士討入姓名 [The names of the loyal retainers who attacked] e Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland. O ranking acima apresenta o ano e o museu de cada uma.
Nosso catálogo contém 13 obras de Utagawa Yoshikazu, datadas de 1859 a 1863.
Principalmente em Keio University Library (Tóquio), Bujalance Collection (Bujalance) e Cambridge University Library (Cambridge). A tabela de museus acima lista todos eles.
Em 1861: 5 das 13 obras nesta página foram feitas então, sendo American family print delas.
Nesta página, a mais antiga é Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland (1859) e a mais recente é People of 5 Countries at a Party with Wine, American, Russian, Hollander, English, Chinese (Nankin), French (1863).
Woodblock print (4), Edo period (3) e Foreigners (3), entre as 13 obras nesta página.
Woodblock Print, para 9 das 13 obras nesta página.
Ukiyo-e, a julgar pelos originais nesta página.
Yokohama Miyozaki Geisha House Gankiro Foreigner, Honorable Trading Center: 5 Countries, America, Russia, England, France and Holland e People of 5 Countries at a Party with Wine, American, Russian, Hollander, English, Chinese (Nankin), French: o Keio University Library, Tóquio detém 7 das obras desta página.
Utagawa Yoshikazu, born in Tokyo during the late Edo period (approximately 1850-1870), stands as a pivotal figure in the vibrant world of Ukiyo-e art. While not as widely celebrated as some of his contemporaries like Hiroshige or Hokusai, Yoshikazu’s contribution is particularly significant for his extensive and insightful series documenting the arrival of Westerners and Western influences in Japan following the Treaty of Kanagawa with the United States in 1854. His work offers a unique window into a nation grappling with rapid modernization and cultural exchange – a period of profound transformation captured with remarkable detail and keen observation.
Yoshikazu’s artistic journey began under the tutelage of Kuniyoshi Utagawa, another prominent Ukiyo-e master known for his dynamic depictions of historical events and folklore. This formative influence undoubtedly shaped Yoshikazu's approach to composition, storytelling, and the skillful use of woodblock printing techniques. He frequently signed his works as Ichikawa Yoshikazu, a practice common among artists seeking to establish their brand and connect with patrons.
Yoshikazu’s most enduring legacy lies in his “Yokohama-e” series. These prints, primarily produced between 1860 and 1870, focus almost exclusively on the port city of Yokohama – the primary gateway for foreign trade and immigration during this era. Unlike many Ukiyo-e artists who depicted idealized landscapes or celebrated heroic figures, Yoshikazu meticulously documented the everyday lives of Westerners in Japan: American families strolling through bustling streets, European merchants conducting business, missionaries engaged in their work, and the interactions between Japanese and foreign communities.
These weren’t romanticized portrayals; they were often unflinchingly realistic depictions of a society undergoing rapid change. Yoshikazu captured the unfamiliarity of Western clothing, architecture, and customs alongside the growing excitement and apprehension surrounding this influx of new influences. The prints offer invaluable social and historical insights, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in Japanese history – the opening up to the West and its subsequent impact on Japanese society.
As with most Ukiyo-e artists of his time, Yoshikazu employed the traditional collaborative process of woodblock printing. The artist would create the original design (the *nishiki-e*), which was then transferred to a block of cherry wood. Multiple blocks were created for each color in the print, and these blocks were inked and pressed onto Japanese paper to produce the final image. Yoshikazu’s prints are characterized by their meticulous detail, vibrant colors, and skillful use of perspective – particularly evident in his depictions of crowded cityscapes.
He demonstrated a particular mastery of capturing textures and materials, from the sheen of Western fabrics to the rough surfaces of Japanese buildings. His compositions often feature dynamic arrangements of figures, creating a sense of movement and immediacy. The influence of Kuniyoshi is noticeable in his use of dramatic lighting and bold outlines, though Yoshikazu developed a more restrained and observational style.
Among Yoshikazu’s most celebrated works are prints like “American Family Print” (1861) and “Modern Ups and Downs Contests: Yokohama Merchants Referee (between) Entertainers and Non-workers,” which vividly portray the social dynamics of Yokohama during this period. These images offer glimpses into the burgeoning merchant class, the tensions between traditional Japanese values and Western influences, and the evolving urban landscape.
Utagawa Yoshikazu’s work is not merely aesthetically pleasing; it serves as a crucial historical document, providing invaluable insights into Japan's transition from a largely isolated nation to an increasingly interconnected world. His Yokohama-e series remains a testament to his artistic skill and his ability to capture the complexities of a transformative era – a period when Japan was irrevocably changed by its encounter with the West.
![Seichūgishi uchiiri seimei 誠忠義士討入姓名 [The names of the loyal retainers who attacked] (1859), Utagawa Yoshikazu](/media/artworks/images-thumb/d8/86/d8866cfdcf02a2480cea25e4b514d6e8.jpg)
