Kami-yui – Dressing the hair
1793-1804
Utamaro was the ultimate paparazzi of the Edo period, capturing the intimate, unguarded moments of women's daily lives. In this scene, three beauties are caught mid-routine, meticulously styling their elaborate hair against a shimmering gold background. The woman in the foreground, draped in a chic checkered kimono, focuses intently on her comb, while her companion stretches to tie a ribbon and another checks her reflection. It’s a glamorous snapshot of 18th-century Japan, proving that getting ready has always been a serious, collaborative effort!
- Technique
- Woodblock print
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