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Ryūryūkyo Shinsai was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist who was active in the early 19th century. His prints are known for their detailed depictions of everyday life and the beauty of nature. Shinsai created prints of various subjects including beautiful women (bijin-ga), natural scenes (fūkei-ga) and scenes of daily life (fūzoku-ga). His work is characterized by a refined and elegant style, with delicate lines and subtle colors. He was particularly renowned for his portrayal of clothing and fabrics, which are rendered with great accuracy and detail. Shinsai's career was tragically cut short when he died in 1823 at the young age of 24. His short lifespan and exceptional talent made him one of the most influential ukiyo-e artists of the Edo period.
Born
1799
Died
1823
A Pair of Boxes, a Letter Box, and Plum Blossoms
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
n.d.
Plum blossoms and poet, from an untitled hexaptych depi...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1825
Seiobo (Queen Mother of the West) and tortoise, from an...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1825
Palace interior and beach, from an untitled hexaptych d...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1825
Blue Shell (Aogai), from the series "Five Colors (Goshi...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1820
Yellow (Ki), from the series "Five Colors (Goshiki no u...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1820
Sekiya, E-awase, and Matsukaze, from the series "The Ta...
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1819
Red and White Plum Blossoms with Poem Slip
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1810
Right View of a Garden with Three Female Figures
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Turtle Island and Fujiyama
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Woman and Boy Gathering Herbs by a Plum Tree
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Spectacles and Telescope with Cases
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Street Scene in the Springtime
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Landscape with Willow Trees
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849
Decorated Fan for the New Year
Ryūryūkyo Shinsai
1849