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Cherries and Tea
anoniem, anonymous, anonymous, anoniem, c. 1820 - c. 1830
In this surimono it is clear to see that text and image form a single entity. The various components ensure that the composition is beautifully balanced. An undulating movement starts with the tea caddy in the brocade case and flows via the twig with the two cherries to the lines of verse. Each element has its place.
- Artwork typeprint, surimono
- Object numberRP-P-1995-300
- Dimensionsheight 133 mm x width 196 mm
- Physical characteristicsnishikie, with metallic pigments and tsuyazuri