{"title":"Uematsu Toshu","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"box-and-books-uematsu-toshu","title":"Box and Books - Uematsu Tōshū","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Japanese surimono print featuring a decorative box and open books, accompanied by elegant calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis surimono print by Uematsu Tōshū presents a refined composition typical of the private, commissioned works popular among Japanese literary circles during the Edo period. Surimono were produced for small groups of poets and connoisseurs, often featuring a combination of visual imagery and kyōka, or comic verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central subject is a small, decorative box, rendered with a rounded lid that features a phoenix motif amidst stylised clouds. The side of the box reveals a miniature interior scene, depicting figures in a domestic setting, which suggests a narrative or poetic reference. Beside the box lie open books, their pages marked with text, reinforcing the intellectual and literary themes that define this genre of print. The inclusion of calligraphy to the left of the objects balances the composition, integrating the written word with the visual elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on soft blues, muted reds, and earthy tones, which is characteristic of the high-quality printing techniques employed for surimono. The lines are fine and precise, capturing the texture of the paper and the delicate patterns on the box. This work reflects the cultural preoccupation with refined leisure, scholarship, and the appreciation of small, crafted objects. The juxtaposition of the physical object and the poetic text invites the viewer to consider the relationship between material culture and literary expression. As a piece of ephemera, it offers a glimpse into the aesthetic values of the period, where the design of everyday items was elevated through artistic representation and poetic association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/shakuhachi-and-its-cover-sunayama-gosei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eShakuhachi and Its Cover - Sunayama Gosei — Sunayama Gosei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/candles-of-aizu-totoya-hokkei\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eCandles of Aizu - Totoya Hokkei — Hokkei\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Uematsu Tōshū","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810023903567,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810040123727,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810040156495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810040189263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810040222031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810040254799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810040287567,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810040320335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810040353103,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810040385871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810040418639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810040451407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Box-and-Books_Poster_CompositorV1_1789675252269.jpg?v=1789696107"},{"product_id":"box-with-a-lacquer-comb-uematsu-toshu","title":"Box with a Lacquer Comb - Uematsu Tōshū","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Uematsu Tōshū, depicting a traditional lacquer comb resting in a wooden box, rendered with delicate lines and muted tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Uematsu Tōshū depicts a traditional Japanese lacquer comb resting within its storage box. The composition focuses on the tactile qualities of the objects, capturing the smooth, dark surface of the lacquerware against the soft, pale wood of the container. A delicate, translucent fabric shroud is draped over the comb, adding a layer of softness to the rigid geometry of the box. The artist employs a restrained palette, allowing the subtle textures of the materials to take precedence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUematsu Tōshū was active during the early twentieth century, a period when Japanese printmaking began to incorporate Western perspectives while maintaining traditional techniques. This work reflects the aesthetic values of the era, where the depiction of everyday objects was elevated through precise observation and refined printing methods. The inclusion of calligraphic script across the upper portion of the print integrates the visual image with literary elements, a common practice in Japanese art that provides context or poetic commentary on the subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print demonstrates a high degree of technical control, particularly in the rendering of the fabric folds and the subtle grain of the wooden box. The composition is balanced, with the diagonal placement of the box creating a sense of depth on the two-dimensional surface. This piece is representative of the quiet, contemplative nature of early twentieth-century Japanese still-life prints, which often focused on the beauty found in domestic items. The work serves as a record of traditional craftsmanship, documenting the specific types of accessories and storage methods used in the period. 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