Yokohama Ijin Shokan Uriba No Zu

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Yokohama Ijin Shokan Uriba No Zu", originally brought to life by the talented Sadahide Hashimoto. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Sadahide Hashimoto and his artistic vision.

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"Yokohama Ijin Shokan Uriba No Zu" (横浜異人書館売場之図) is a ukiyo-e style woodblock print by the Japanese artist Sadahide Hashimoto (also known as Gountei Sadahide), created during the Bakumatsu period in the 19th century. The title of the work translates to "Picture of a Foreigner's Bookstore in Yokohama," and it reflects the cultural exchanges and the influence of foreign presence in Japan during the late Edo period.

Sadahide Hashimoto was an ukiyo-e artist known for his detailed and panoramic landscapes, as well as for his depictions of foreigners and scenes of Yokohama, which had recently opened to international trade following the Convention of Kanagawa in 1854. "Yokohama Ijin Shokan Uriba No Zu" is part of a genre of prints known as Yokohama-e, which specifically portrays the interactions between Japanese people and foreigners, as well as the new technologies and customs that came with the opening of Japan's ports to the West.

The print captures a lively scene inside a bookstore that caters to the international community in Yokohama. It showcases a variety of patrons, including Westerners and Japanese, engaged in the purchase and reading of books. The detailed illustration provides insight into the Western influence on Japanese society, including Western-style clothing and architecture, and the integration of Western goods and literature.

The artwork serves as a historical document, offering a visual representation of the early stages of globalization in Japan and the country's adaptation to foreign cultures. It is a valuable piece for understanding the social dynamics and cultural exchanges of the time. "Yokohama Ijin Shokan Uriba No Zu" is an example of Sadahide's skill in capturing the essence of a transformative period in Japanese history and is appreciated for both its artistic merit and its historical significance.

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