1985.42.26 - Chapter 25: Hotaru (Fireflies)
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Object Typeprint
ArtistKunisada II
Date Made1857
Item Details
Object Typeprint
ArtistKunisada II
Date Made1857
Accession Number
1985.42.26
Title
Chapter 25: Hotaru (Fireflies)
Object Type
print
Artist
Kunisada II
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Date Made
1857
Place Made
Japan
Culture/Nationality
Japanese
Materials
ink on paper; woodcut
Measurements
image: 33.2 x 23.4 cm; sheet: 36.4 x 24.8 cm
Description
This print illustrates chapter 25, "Hotaru" in the novel "Genji Monogatari". There are three figures, one standing and two kneeling. The standing figure is separated from the others by a screen. In this chapter, Genji…
This print illustrates chapter 25, "Hotaru" in the novel "Genji Monogatari". There are three figures, one standing and two kneeling. The standing figure is separated from the others by a screen. In this chapter, Genji wants Tamakazura to meet with his brother, now called Prince Hotaru. She resists, but finally gives in, although she is trying to hide. Genji arranges for fireflies [hotaru] to light her up so the prince can see her.
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Purchased by University Collections; Alma Mater Art Acquisitions Fund; Community Special Projects Fund; AEEF Fund
Location
Print Study Centre
Citation
Page Citation for 1985.42.26 - Chapter 25: Hotaru (Fireflies)
Page Citation
"1985.42.26 - Chapter 25: Hotaru (Fireflies), University of Alberta Museums Art Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/11-355. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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Publications
Author
Murasaki Shikibu, b. 978?
Title
Genji monogatori (The tale of Genji; a novel in six parts, by Lady Murasaki)