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Kitchen Scene, ca. 1794-95. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
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Kitchen Scene, ca. 1794-95. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
Kitchen Scene, ca. 1794-95
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This print titled "Kitchen Scene, ca. 1794-95" by Kitagawa Utamaro takes us back to the Edo period in Japan. The diptych of polychrome woodblock prints showcases a bustling kitchen filled with vibrant colors and intricate details. In this snapshot of domestic life, we witness a mother multitasking with grace and humor as she tends to various household chores. With a teapot steaming on the stove and a kettle boiling over an open fire, the air is filled with fragrant aromas that evoke warmth and comfort. The woman's attention is divided between peeling vegetables, blowing on her tea cup to cool it down, and keeping an eye on her children who play nearby. Her skillful use of knives demonstrates her expertise in cookery while also highlighting the importance of preparation in creating delicious meals for her family. Surrounded by wooden buckets used for washing up and drying utensils, this scene transports us to a simpler time when daily tasks were done manually but infused with love and care. Utamaro's artistry captures not only the physical aspects of this kitchen but also the emotional connection between motherhood, childcare, and homemaking. As we gaze upon this heritage artwork at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are reminded of how everyday moments can be transformed into timeless masterpieces through skilled printing techniques like woodblock prints. It serves as a testament to the enduring beauty found within our own homes and lives.
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