The latest exhibition at the Lisboeta Macau H853 Fun Factory in Cotai kicked off yesterday afternoon, this time featuring the Japanese art genre of ukiyo-e* (浮世絵).
On until April 27 and presented by Hwa’s Gallery (formerly the Humarish Club), the new exhibition is entitled “Visions of the Floating World: Macau Ukiyo-e Exhibition”, located in the complex’s shop R67 venue, which is next to the gallery. Those visiting will be able to view over 90 woodblock prints.
The exhibits, according to information provided by Lisboeta Macau, were mainly sourced from the Adachi Institute of Woodcut Prints, which was established at the beginning of the Shōwa era (1926 to 1989).
The exhibition showcases the works of notable artists Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858), Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), and Suzuki Harunobu (1725-1770). Each artist is from Japan’s Edo period that lasted from between 1600 or 1603 to 1868, according to Wikipedia.
The recent Lisboeta Macau statement noted that Hokusai is known for his work depicting great waves, while Hiroshige is celebrated for his landscapes. Utamaro, meanwhile, is “famed for his portrayals of beauty”, while Harunobu pioneered “Nishiki-e” multi-colour woodblock prints. Aside from the works of each artist, exhibitiongoers will also be able to read information on the art genre and on each respective artist.
Following yesterday’s opening ceremony, guests and attending exhibitiongoers were able to join a guided tour, as well as explore the exhibits on display.
Those interested may visit the free-admission gallery daily from 12 noon to 8 p.m.
*Ukiyo-e is defined as “picture[s] of the floating world”, according to Wikipedia, which adds that the genre thrived between the 17th and 19th centuries. Its artists “produced woodblock prints and paintings of such subjects as female beauties; kabuki actors and sumo wrestlers; scenes from history and folk tales; travel scenes and landscapes; flora and fauna; and erotica”.
Photos taken yesterday by Rui Pastorin
