Moon of the Lonely House (Hitotsuya no tsuki) — History & Facts
In Moon of the Lonely House (Hitotsuya no tsuki), we see a tranquil landscape bathed in moonlight. The colors are soft, with shades of blue and silver dominating the scene. A solitary house stands in the foreground, surrounded by trees and gentle hills.
The moon casts a serene glow, creating a peaceful atmosphere. This artwork is a woodblock print, a traditional Japanese technique known as Ukiyo-e. The details are intricate, showcasing Yoshitoshi's skill in capturing light and shadow. The composition draws the viewer's eye towards the moon, emphasizing its importance in the scene.
The print reflects the beauty of nature and the quiet moments of life. Tsukioka Yoshitoshi was a prominent figure in the Ukiyo-e movement, known for his innovative approach to traditional themes. This work, created in the late 19th century, highlights his ability to blend realism with poetic elements. An interesting fact about this piece is that it reflects the artist's fascination with the moon, a recurring motif in his works.
Yoshitoshi's prints often explore themes of loneliness and beauty in nature.
More Artworks by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Frost fills the air and the autumn air is still/lines of returning geese cross the moon in the third hour-Kenshin, from the series Twelve Aspects of the Moon
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Fukami Jikyu in maanlicht
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Looking Shy; The Manners of a Young Girl of the Meiji Era
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

The Lonely House on Adachi Moor in Northern Japan
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Inaba Mountain moon (Inabayama no tsuki)
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Omori Hikoshichi
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

One Hundred Aspects of the Moon
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

The Saga Incident
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Bon Festival Moon (Bon no tsuki)
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi

Preparing to Take a Stroll; The Wife of a Nobleman of the Meiji Period
Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
More Landscape Art

The Starry Night
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View of Delft
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Water Lilies
Claude Monet

The Grand Canal, Venice, looking north-west from the Ca' Corner to the Ca' Contarini degli Scrigni, with the campanile of Santa Maria della Carità
Canaletto

Windsor Castle
Canaletto

The Grand Canal looking North-East from the Palazzo Dolfin-Manin to the Rialto Bridge
Canaletto
