Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Goten Hill c. 1787
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theartinstituteofchicago
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light pencil work
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pen sketch
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asian-art
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japan
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
"Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Goten Hill," created by the renowned Japanese artist Chōbunsai Eishi in c. 1787, depicts a scene of leisure and beauty. Three elegantly dressed figures, possibly a mother and her children, enjoy the vibrant cherry blossoms in the foreground while a large boat sails on a distant river. This woodblock print, showcasing Eishi's mastery of delicate lines and subtle shading, captures the essence of the fleeting beauty of spring in Japan. The work is a testament to Eishi's skill in depicting the graceful movements and elegant attire of Edo-era figures, showcasing his signature style within the ukiyo-e genre.
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