Ukiyo-e: A Journey Through the Floating World

Abstract Rebellion: Bridging Timeless Japanese Tradition with Contemporary Artistry

Ukiyo-e, the iconic Japanese art genre, offers a glimpse into the "floating world" of Edo-period Japan, celebrated for its beauty, transient pleasures, and vibrant living moments. Abstract Rebellion presents a curated collection of giclée prints, revitalizing this traditional art form with modern reproduction precision.

Captivating Beauty in Every Detail

Ukiyo-e is distinguished by its rich portrayal of daily life, breathtaking landscapes, and compelling stories. Masters like Hokusai and Hiroshige are central to Ukiyo-e; their work epitomizes the genre's dynamic color, form, and composition interplay.

Katsushika Hokusai

“The Great Wave off Kanagawa” (c. 1831)

• Artist: Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) was a Japanese ukiyo-e artist.
• Artwork: "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" is a woodblock print that captures nature's powerful and transient beauty. The iconic image depicts three boats navigating a storm-tossed sea, with a massive, cresting wave forming a spiral. Mount Fuji stands tall in the background. Hokusai's use of Prussian blue revolutionized Japanese prints, and this work remains his best-known masterpiece. It has inspired artists and musicians worldwide, including Vincent van Gogh and Claude Debussy.

Utagawa Hiroshige

“The Plum Garden in Kameido” (1857)

• Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) was another prominent Japanese ukiyo-e artist.
• Artwork: "The Actor" is a work that captures the vibrant and dynamic world of kabuki theater, a popular subject in ukiyo-e, the traditional Japanese woodblock printing. The artwork likely depicts a kabuki actor, characterized by the dramatic and stylized presentation typical of this theatrical form.

"The Actor" by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, c. 1852, Public Domain

Exploring the Floating World

Ukiyo-e, or "pictures of the floating world," conveys the fleeting nature of beauty and life, capturing moments of natural splendor and human enjoyment with timeless elegance. From Mt. Fuji's serenity to Edo's bustling streets, each print offers a window into a world where beauty and impermanence harmonize perfectly.

A Bridge Between Eras

Our Ukiyo-e giclée print collection acts as a conduit, connecting historical artistry with today's art enthusiasts. It's a celebration of Ukiyo-e's lasting charm, offering a piece of history that intertwines artistry with culture across eras.

Embrace the Elegance of Ukiyo-e with Abstract Rebellion

Immerse yourself in Ukiyo-e's enchanting world with Abstract Rebellion's giclée prints. Traditional Japanese woodblock printing, reimagined for the modern collector, brings the grace of courtesans, the grandeur of landscapes, and the allure of historical narratives into your environment. Discover the captivating allure of Ukiyo-e and enrich your collection with timeless beauty.