Japonism-Ukiyoe-Utamaro-Chushingura-Act-11
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๐ Description
Unfold a moment of legendary loyalty and poetic justice with this ukiyo-e masterpiece by Kitagawa Utamaro, inspired by ChลซshinguraโJapanโs timeless tale of the 47 rลnin. Act 11 of this dramatic series captures the climactic revenge taken against Lord Kira, portraying a scene not only of vengeance but of restrained dignity and collective honor. Known for his portraits of beautiful women, Utamaro offers a rare but profound foray into historical narrativeโrendering the samurai world with his characteristic grace and psychological depth.
This finely reproduced woodblock print preserves both the tension and the tenderness of the moment: swords drawn, yet composed; justice imminent, yet balanced by tradition and restraint. In a world where action meets aesthetics, this piece evokes the bushidล spirit through elegance rather than violence.
๐น Key Features
โข Depicts Act 11 of Chลซshinguraโthe climactic revenge of the 47 rลnin
โข Created by Kitagawa Utamaro, master of ukiyo-e
โข A rare narrative print from an artist known for emotional subtlety
โข High-quality reproduction faithful to Edo-period color and form
โข A symbolic piece blending loyalty, justice, and Japanese cultural depth
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๐ท๏ธ Product Specification
โข Series: Chลซshingura (Act 11)
โข Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro
โข Dimensions: Approx. 39 x 26 cm (standard oban size)
โข Medium: Woodblock print on handmade washi paper
โข Origin: Japan
โข Publisher: Soumei โ Specialists in fine ukiyo-e restoration and reprints
๐ธ Why Choose Utamaroโs Chลซshingura Act 11
โ๏ธ For the Devotee of Samurai Legends
This piece captures one of Japanโs most revered historical actsโrendered with artistic elegance.
๐ For Admirers of Bushidล
Witness justice not as brutality but as composed resolve, steeped in moral and aesthetic tradition.
๐ผ๏ธ For Cultural Collectors
An unexpected Utamaroโexploring not only beauty, but honor, purpose, and legacy.
๐ For Meaningful Gifting
Give a story told in color, line, and silenceโthe moment just before resolution.
โจ Character Summary
Resolute, composed, and steeped in legacyโUtamaroโs take on Chลซshingura reveals the quiet power behind Japanโs most famous tale of loyalty.
โป Additional Explanation
The Chลซshingura narrativeโrooted in real events from the early 1700sโchronicles the loyalty of 47 rลnin who avenged the death of their master, Asano Naganori. Act 11, the dramatic culmination, shows the successful confrontation with Lord Kira, the man responsible for their lordโs forced seppuku. Utamaroโs interpretation balances the ferocity of samurai duty with painterly sensitivity, offering a scene that resonates not with noise, but with inner strength.
Unlike many dramatic depictions filled with bloodshed or frenzy, this composition is measuredโevoking the tension of controlled energy. The finely layered robes, the slight curvature of the blades, and the stoic postures reflect a moment when history and aesthetics intertwine. In Utamaroโs hands, the samurai becomes not just a warrior, but a figure of elegance and introspection.
Perfect for display in study rooms, cultural centers, or among fine art collections, this print is a bridge between narrative and nuanceโinviting both reflection and admiration. It is a tribute to courage not shouted, but quietly fulfilled.
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