The Twenty-four Paragons of Filial Piety in China, Script by Tanekazu : Emperor Wen of Han (Kan no Buntei)
Woodblock Print
WallArt
Ukiyo-e
1852
19th Century
Keio University Library
Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797 – 1861)
Discover Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861), a master of Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Renowned for vibrant warrior scenes, fantastical landscapes & blending traditional with Western styles. Explore his iconic Suikoden series and more!
Keio University Library (Tokyo, Japan)
n 8 minutes on foot from JR Tamachi Station 7 minutes on foot from Toei Subway Mita Station 8 minutes on foot from Akabanebashi Station
About this artwork
- Title: The Twenty-four Paragons of Filial Piety in China, Script by Tanekazu : Emperor Wen of Han (Kan no Buntei)
- Artist: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
- Year: 1852
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Keio University Library
- Corpus context: late career achievement, confucian values
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Main color: Clay
- Keywords: emperor wen of han, japanese ukiyo-e, vintage red and yellow
Quick Facts
- Movement: Edo Period Art
- Location: Private Collection
- Subject or theme: Filial Piety; Confucianism
- Artistic style: Japanese Ukiyo-e
- Year: 1852
- Influences: Traditional Chinese Art
- Notable elements or techniques: Dynamic composition; Detailed depiction of figures.
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