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Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu), from the series "Fifty... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu), from the series "Fifty... c. 1833/34
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Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu), from the series "Fifty... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige. Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu), from the series "Fifty... c. 1833/34
Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu), from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi), " also known as the Hoeido Tokaido, c. 1833/34
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Ando Hiroshige's 'Akasaka: Waitresses at an Inn' (Akasaka, ryosha shofu no zu) is a captivating color woodblock print from the series 'Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido,' also known as the Hoeido Tokaido, created between 1833 and 1834. This iconic work of Ukiyo-e art depicts a tranquil scene from Akasaka, a town along the ancient Tokaido trade route in Japan during the Edo period. The print showcases a courtyard of an inn, where several waitresses are seen attending to their duties. The women, dressed in traditional attire, are busily going about their work, while a man in a formal robe and hat, likely a traveler, observes them from the veranda. The scene is filled with vibrant colors, from the blue cartouche at the top to the red and green robes of the waitresses, and the lush greenery of the trees and plants in the foreground. The inn's courtyard is adorned with a tree, its branches reaching out to provide shade to the waiting travelers. The serene atmosphere is further emphasized by the calm expression of the man on the veranda, who seems to be enjoying the peaceful scene before him. The intricate details and delicate brushwork of the print demonstrate Hiroshige's mastery of the Ukiyo-e style. This woodblock print is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Japan during the Edo period and offers a glimpse into the daily life of the people along the Tokaido trade route. The waitresses at the inn are a reminder of the important role that hospitality played in the lives of travelers during this time, as they stopped at inns like this one to rest and rejuvenate before continuing their journey.
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