Great Lantern at Sensoji Temple
- Medium:
- Woodblock print
- Format:
- Oban
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
- Edition:
- Published by Watanabe Shozaburo
- Source:
- ukiyo-e.org
Description
The massive paper lantern and protective casing hanging beneath the Kaminarimon gate of Sensoji Temple — the "Thunder Gate" entrance to the Nakamise approach — dominate the composition with their brilliant vermillion mass. Kasamatsu's several depictions of this Asakusa landmark approach the lantern from different angles and in different lighting conditions, exploring how this oversized object functions as both religious symbol and urban icon. The gate's guardian deities Fujin and Raijin flank the lantern, though the lantern itself commands the eye.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Great Lantern at Sensoji Temple was created by Shiro Kasamatsu (笠松紫浪).
Great Lantern at Sensoji Temple uses Bokashi, Nishiki-e, and Moku-hanga, on woodblock print.
Great Lantern at Sensoji Temple was published by Watanabe Shozaburo.
Great Lantern at Sensoji Temple depicts temples & shrines and daily life.