{"title":"Yamamura Toyonari","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"two-prawns-yamamura-toyonari","title":"Two Prawns - Yamamura Toyonari","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari, 'Two Prawns' showcases the artist's skill in capturing the natural world with precision and grace. The composition features two prawns rendered with meticulous detail and subtle gradations of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYamamura Toyonari (1885-1942) was a Japanese artist known for his contributions to Ukiyo-e, particularly in the Shin-Hanga movement. He initially trained in traditional Japanese painting, later expanding his repertoire to include printmaking and theatre design. His work often featured bijin-ga (images of beautiful women) and depictions of nature. He adopted the name Kōga after 1915. His work is characterised by its refined lines, delicate colour palettes, and a blend of traditional techniques with modern sensibilities. 'Two Prawns' exemplifies Toyonari's skill in capturing the natural world with precision and grace. The composition features two prawns rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing their segmented bodies, delicate antennae, and translucent shells. The artist employs subtle gradations of colour to convey the texture and form of the crustaceans. The background is kept minimal, with faint washes suggesting water, which focuses attention on the prawns themselves. The print reflects the Ukiyo-e tradition of depicting natural subjects with a keen eye for observation and a refined aesthetic sensibility.\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\/sakanoshita-throwing-away-the-brush-peak-utagawa-hiroshige\" 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;\"\u003eSakanoshita: Throwing Away the Brush Peak - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/delphinium-hannah-borger-overbeck\" 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;\"\u003eDelphinium - Hannah Borger Overbeck — Hannah Borger Overbeck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamamura Toyonari","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602347860303,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602356281679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57602356314447,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602356347215,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602356379983,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602356412751,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602356445519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602356478287,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602356511055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57602356543823,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57602356576591,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57602356609359,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_e479620e-d0af-43de-b4cb-56495fac2cb0.jpg?v=1777620523"},{"product_id":"the-heroine-koman-in-the-play-tanba-yosaku-yamamura-toyonari","title":"The Heroine Koman in the play Tanba Yosaku - Yamamura Toyonari","description":"\u003cp\u003eA woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari depicting the heroine Koman from the play Tanba Yosaku. The print showcases the artist's skill in capturing theatrical moments with delicate lines and muted colours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYamamura Toyonari (1885-1942) was a Japanese artist known for his contributions to the Shin-hanga art movement. This movement, which translates to \"New Prints\", revitalised traditional Ukiyo-e woodblock printing techniques while incorporating Western artistic elements. Toyonari, also known as Koka, was particularly recognised for his depictions of Kabuki theatre, capturing the essence of the actors and their roles. He studied with Tomioka Eisen and produced illustrations, posters, and prints throughout his career. This print portrays the heroine Koman from the play Tanba Yosaku. Koman is depicted in a full-length portrait, wearing a red and white floral kimono. She stands in a field of green foliage under a pale sky with a light blue moon. The composition is flat, typical of Ukiyo-e, with delicate lines and muted colours. 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The print captures the essence of the subject through expressive lines and careful attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari (1885-1942) depicts the actor Onoe Matsusuke IV in the role of Komori Yasu. Toyonari, also known as Koka, was a Japanese artist known for his contributions to the Ukiyo-e style, particularly his depictions of Kabuki actors. He studied with Ogata Gekko and later worked as a stage designer, which influenced his approach to portraiture. His work often captures the essence of the subject through expressive lines and careful attention to detail. The print shows Onoe Matsusuke IV in profile, his head shaved in the traditional style of the Edo period. He wears a striped kimono, its lines adding depth to the composition. The colour palette is restrained, with muted tones that create a sense of quiet contemplation. The background is a soft, gradated grey, which focuses attention on the figure. 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The print captures the essence of Kabuki theatre with its bold lines and striking colours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Yamamura Toyonari (1885-1942) depicts the actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II in the role of Hayami-no-Tota. Toyonari, also known as Shiko, was a Japanese artist associated with the Ukiyo-e movement, particularly known for his depictions of Kabuki actors. His work captures the essence of the stage and the dramatic expressions of the performers. The print features a close-up portrait of the actor in costume and makeup. The face is rendered with careful attention to detail, capturing the intensity of the character. The costume is decorated with floral patterns and geometric designs, rendered in a palette of red, blue, and orange. The composition is flat, typical of Ukiyo-e prints, with a focus on line and colour to convey form and emotion. 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