{"title":"Hishikawa Moronobu","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hishikawa-moronobu-atrib-workshop-菱川師宣-1618-1694-court-ladies-in-an-interior-1680-1690-woodblock-22x25-32x22-cm","title":"Hishikawa Moronobu (atrib. \/ workshop) (菱川師宣, 1618–1694) | Heian Court Scene (from an illustrated book, e-hon leaf), 1680-1690 | woodblock, 22x15 (32x22)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnder ArtGlass70\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print is an illustrated book leaf depicting an interior court scene from Japan’s Heian period. Noble figures are shown seated in formal architectural surroundings, engaged in ritualized courtly activities. The composition emphasizes linear clarity, spatial organization, and narrative calm. Executed entirely in black ink, the image reflects the early development of ukiyo-e before the widespread use of color. Such works were intended for educated audiences familiar with classical literature and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5706\" data-start=\"5273\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHishikawa Moronobu  (菱川師宣, 1618–1694) - \u003c\/strong\u003eArtists of the Moronobu school continued his emphasis on clarity, narrative, and elegant figure design. These works often focused on historical or literary themes rather than contemporary entertainment culture. The Moronobu lineage laid the foundation for ukiyo-e before the rise of full-color printing. Their prints are now valued for their historical importance and rarity. Many survive as fragments from early printed books. Moronobu’s illustrated books were central to the spread of visual culture in Edo Japan. His ability to organize complex scenes influenced generations of printmakers. He worked primarily in black ink, focusing on compositional strength. Moronobu’s legacy is foundational rather than decorative. His works are essential to understanding ukiyo-e’s origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"847\"\u003eHighest auction record for \u003cstrong\u003eHishikawa Moronobu\u003c\/strong\u003e (as of 2026\/01\/01)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price-tax\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price-tax\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prices\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"price-tax\"\u003ePrice including buyer's premium:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e€ 57,521\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"original-currency ng-scope\"\u003e($ 74,500 )\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sale\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"strong block\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eJAPANESE AND KOREAN ART\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block sale-date\"\u003e17 march 2009,  Christie's\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003eNew York NY, United States\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TUMO galerija","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63135433064797,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6552\/6843\/files\/ererere.jpg?v=1768727901"},{"product_id":"hishikawa-moronobu-atrib-workshop-菱川師宣-1618-1694-court-lady-with-poem-1680-1690-woodblock-22x25-32x22-cm-copy","title":"Hishikawa Moronobu (atrib. \/ workshop) (菱川師宣, 1618–1694) |Court Lady with Poem, 1680-1690 | woodblock, 22x15 (32x22)","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnder ArtGlass70\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monochrome woodblock print shows a seated court lady accompanied by handwritten calligraphy. The flowing robes and layered patterns emphasize elegance and restrained movement. The integration of poetry and image reflects classical Japanese aesthetics, where text and image form a unified composition. The work likely originates from an illustrated book rather than a standalone print. Its simplicity highlights line quality and narrative suggestion over visual drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5706\" data-start=\"5273\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHishikawa Moronobu  (菱川師宣, 1618–1694) - \u003c\/strong\u003eArtists of the Moronobu school continued his emphasis on clarity, narrative, and elegant figure design. These works often focused on historical or literary themes rather than contemporary entertainment culture. The Moronobu lineage laid the foundation for ukiyo-e before the rise of full-color printing. Their prints are now valued for their historical importance and rarity. Many survive as fragments from early printed books. Moronobu’s illustrated books were central to the spread of visual culture in Edo Japan. His ability to organize complex scenes influenced generations of printmakers. He worked primarily in black ink, focusing on compositional strength. Moronobu’s legacy is foundational rather than decorative. 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