Incense Burner. Chrysanthemums, and Camellias
1848
Medium
Color woodblock print
Dimensions
51.5 × 39 cm (20 5/16 × 15 3/8 in.)
Classification
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
100618
Art Historical Context
Tanaka Shutei's *Incense Burner. Chrysanthemums, and Camellias* (1848) is a captivating color woodblock print from Japan's late Edo period, exemplifying the ukiyo-e tradition of capturing fleeting beauty. Measuring 51.5 × 39 cm, this work belongs to the Art Institute of Chicago's Arts of Asia collection. Shutei, a skilled printmaker active in the mid-19th century, contributed to the vibrant world of surimono—privately commissioned prints often featuring elegant still lifes or seasonal motifs, blending artistry with subtle luxury. The composition centers on an ornate incense burner surrounded ...