Praying for Rain Komachi (Amagoi Komachi) c. 1615 - 1868
ishikawatoyonobu
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Ishikawa Toyonobu’s *Praying for Rain Komachi (Amagoi Komachi)* is a classic example of *ukiyo-e*, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints that flourished between the 17th and 19th centuries. This particular print depicts the legendary poet Ono no Komachi, known for her beauty and skill in *waka* poetry. The depiction shows Komachi standing in the rain, praying for a change in the weather as she holds a *suzuri* (an inkstone). The print, with its vibrant colors and detailed imagery, captures the essence of beauty and spirituality that was so central to *ukiyo-e* art.
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