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DiaporamaIllustrated Legends of Ishiyamadera (Ishiyamadera engi emaki), Scroll 3
301
34.0cm x 1749.0cm
Illustrated Legends of Ishiyamadera depicts thirty-three separate stories about the miraculous powers of the temple’s main icon, the Nyoirin Kannon, popular especially among female pilgrims for its wish-fulfilling jewel and ability to aid in conception and safe childbirth. Author and self-professed Genji fanatic Takasue no Musume made the journey there in 1045, which is depicted here, and recorded it in her memoir, The Sarashina Diary (ca. 1060).
Takashina Takakane (? – ?)
Takashina Takakane is a contemporary Japanese artist known for his intricate and highly detailed Nihonga paintings, often depicting beautiful women and scenes from folklore; explore the captivating world of Takakane's art and discover timeless elegance.
About this artwork
- Title: Illustrated Legends of Ishiyamadera (Ishiyamadera engi emaki), Scroll 3
- Artist: Takashina Takakane
- Year: 301
- Original dimensions: 34.0cm x 1749.0cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Main color: Putty
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
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