Moveable rotating calendar mounted on elaborate wave-base with rabbit crest 1795
kuboshunman
#
portrait
# print
#
asian-art
#
ukiyo-e
#
orientalism
This woodblock print by Kubo Shunman, from 1795, depicts a movable rotating calendar mounted on an elaborate wave-base with a rabbit crest. The calendar itself is a circular object, with the center showing the lunar cycle. The calendar is displayed with a man in a yellow robe holding a sword, seemingly demonstrating the use of the device. This print showcases the intricate detail and artistic skill of the Edo period in Japan, demonstrating the importance of both practical knowledge and visual beauty in Japanese culture.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.