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Sweetflag and rocks in a basin of water from the series Imitations of the Eight Views, c. 1797-1798 (woodblock print on paper)
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Sweetflag and rocks in a basin of water from the series Imitations of the Eight Views, c. 1797-1798 (woodblock print on paper)
6437401 Sweetflag and rocks in a basin of water from the series Imitations of the Eight Views, c.1797-1798 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 33.3x22.4 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Inscription and poem decorated with flower. Two women, one (right) seated on green tatami, handling head-dress with one hand, resting on other holding Chinese type fan: other standing, observing or talking to first woman, holding obi in front with both hands. Room mottled outdoor background. Green blind rolled nearly up, green tatami and square bonsai, central bush (reeds) surrounded by water with goldfish. Kiwame seal.); © Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 24163592
© Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Bonsai Edo Period Goldfish Kimono Tokugawa Period Woodblock Hair Style
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This woodblock print, titled "Sweetflag and rocks in a basin of water from the series Imitations of the Eight Views" transports us to 18th-century Japan. Created by renowned artist Utamaro Kitagawa, this masterpiece measures 33.3x22.4 cm and is housed in the Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery in Kent, UK. The scene depicted showcases two elegant women immersed in conversation amidst a serene setting. One woman sits gracefully on green tatami matting, delicately handling her head-dress while holding a Chinese fan. The other stands beside her, engrossed in their exchange as she holds an obi with both hands. The room's mottled outdoor background adds depth to the composition, complementing the central focus: a square bonsai tree surrounded by water teeming with goldfish. This harmonious blend of nature and artistry exemplifies Japanese aesthetics during the Edo period. Utamaro's attention to detail is evident through his intricate depiction of each element within this print – from the women's elaborate hairstyles and traditional kimonos to the vibrant colors that bring life to every corner. As we admire this artwork today, we are reminded not only of its beauty but also its historical significance as it represents a snapshot into Japanese culture during one of its most prosperous periods. Through this woodblock print, Utamaro invites us into his world where natural beauty intertwines seamlessly with human elegance.
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