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Photographic Print : Woman Reading a Letter... 1806. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753?-1806)
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Woman Reading a Letter... 1806. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, 1753?-1806)
Woman Reading a Letter (from the series Seven Episodes in the Life of Komachi in the Floating World), 1806
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Media ID 19649357
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1615 1868 1753 1806 Kitagawa Utamaro Kitagawa Utamaro Japanese Colour Woodblock Print
12"x8" Photo Print
Step into the past with this exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the renowned work "Woman Reading a Letter" by Japanese master artist Kitagawa Utamaro. Dated 1806, this captivating image is taken from the series "Seven Episodes in the Life of Komachi in the Floating World." The woman's introspective expression and the delicate interplay of light and shadow evoke a sense of timeless beauty and emotion. Bring this piece of art history into your home and let it tell a story of love, longing, and the passage of time.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this woodblock print titled "Woman Reading a Letter" created by the renowned Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro in 1806, we are transported to the vibrant world of Edo-period Japan. The delicate and intricate details of the artwork bring to life a scene from the series Seven Episodes in the Life of Komachi in the Floating World. A woman, elegantly dressed in traditional attire, is engrossed in reading a letter. Her graceful posture and focused expression suggest that she is deeply absorbed in its contents. Utamaro's masterful use of color adds depth and richness to every element within the composition, from her flowing robes adorned with exquisite patterns to the meticulously rendered interior setting. This print not only showcases Utamaro's technical skill but also offers us a glimpse into everyday life during this period. It captures a moment frozen in time, allowing us to imagine what thoughts or emotions might be running through this woman's mind as she reads her correspondence. As we admire this piece at The Cleveland Museum of Art, we can appreciate how it represents both an important part of Japanese heritage art and an enduring testament to Utamaro's artistic legacy. With each brushstroke and carefully placed line, he invites us into his world while reminding us of our shared human experiences across cultures and centuries.
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