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Ôgiya uchi Yashio, Someki, Tsumaki – Yashio of the Ôgiya, Someki, Tsumaki

Ôgiya uchi Yashio, Someki, Tsumaki – Yashio of the Ôgiya, Someki, Tsumaki

1793-1804

Kitagawa Utamaro, the master of capturing Edo-period beauty, depicts Yashio of the Ôgiya house tending to a miniature landscape with intense focus. Behind her, a young attendant with a distinctive topknot hairstyle carefully holds a bowl, ready to assist. This piece is a classic example of ukiyo-e, showcasing the elegant daily life and fashion of the time, from the intricate kimono patterns featuring cranes and pine trees to the elaborate hairstyles. Utamaro was famous for his close-up portraits of beautiful women, but here he gives us a serene glimpse into the cultivated world of high-ranking courtesans.

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