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Ofuji, the Shop Girl of the Motoyanagiya, with a Customer, c. 1769
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Ofuji, the Shop Girl of the Motoyanagiya, with a Customer, c. 1769
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Chuban Customer Harunobu Harunobu Suzuki Portraitarts Of Asia Shop Worker Shopfront Store Storefront Suzuki Harunobu Woodcutcolour Woodblock Print Black Colour Block Printing Kimono Tokugawa Period Traditional Dress Woodblock Woodblock Printing Young Woman
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This woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, titled "Ofuji, the Shop Girl of the Motoyanagiya, with a Customer" transports us back to 18th century Japan during the Edo period. The artwork showcases two women in traditional kimonos within the charming setting of a shopfront garden. The young woman named Ofuji takes center stage as she sits gracefully on a cushioned seat, her exquisite black and yellow kimono adding vibrancy to the scene. Her attention is focused on a customer who stands before her, dressed in equally elegant attire. They engage in an intimate conversation that hints at their shared connection within this bustling trade environment. Harunobu's masterful use of color and intricate block printing techniques brings life to every detail – from the delicate folds of fabric to the lush foliage surrounding them. This piece exemplifies ukiyo-e art's ability to capture fleeting moments and evoke emotions through its depiction of everyday life. As we admire this snapshot from history at the Art Institute Chicago, we are transported not only geographically but also culturally. It serves as a reminder of Japan's rich artistic heritage and its enduring influence on global art movements. Suzuki Harunobu's "Ofuji" invites us into an enchanting world where tradition meets commerce, where beauty resides amidst daily routines - forever preserved through his skilled craftsmanship and timeless woodblock printing techniques.
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