(Boys and a kite)

Minneapolis Institute of Art

(Boys and a kite)

Yabu ChōsuiLinkedCulture matchlcp-f12106808994

Date
c. 1848–53
Medium
Woodblock print (surimono), ink and color on paper
Department
Asian Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Object ID
42502

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Introduced from China, the custom of kite-flying became a favorite pastime for boys in Japan. By the 18th century, kite-flying developed into a favorite activity during the New Year holidays, when children were free from school work and house chores and the clear skies and breezes of early spring provided ideal conditions. The boys in this print are preparing to fly a kite that is emblazoned with the character dragon. While the older boy in a green kimono is adjusting the strings of the kite, the other boy, presumably his younger brother is holding the kite, which is larger than he is. Chøsui's rendering of the boys aptly conveys their joy and excitement at the prospect of seeing this oversize kite high in the sky. Asia

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Gift of funds from Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. Maslon

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