{"product_id":"fishing-beneath-a-bridge-kitagawa-utamaro","title":"Fishing beneath a Bridge - Kitagawa Utamaro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro, depicting two figures fishing from a boat with a focus on reflection and delicate line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro captures a quiet moment of leisure on the water. The composition features two figures in a small boat, positioned beneath the structure of a bridge. Utamaro, a master of the ukiyo-e genre, focuses on the interaction between the subjects and their immediate environment. The woman, standing with a fishing rod, holds a small fish, while the man leans over the side of the boat, his hand dipping into the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most striking elements of this work is the reflection of the man in the water below. Utamaro uses this device to create a sense of depth and stillness, contrasting the solid forms of the figures with the fluid, distorted surface of the river. The lines are precise and delicate, characteristic of the artist's refined approach to the bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) and genre scenes. The colour palette remains subdued, relying on soft tones that allow the viewer to focus on the grace of the figures and the clarity of the line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtamaro was active during the Edo period, a time when the floating world of urban pleasure districts provided endless inspiration for artists. His work often explored the psychological nuances of his subjects, moving beyond simple representation to suggest a narrative or a specific mood. This print exemplifies his ability to elevate a mundane activity into a moment of visual poetry. The balance between the vertical orientation of the figures and the horizontal lines of the boat and bridge creates a stable, harmonious image. It is a fine example of the technical skill involved in Japanese woodblock printing, where every stroke of the carving tool contributes to the overall effect of the final impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/ryogoku-bridge-and-the-great-riverbank-utagawa-hiroshige\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRyōgoku Bridge and the Great Riverbank - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/a-boat-upon-the-waters-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Boat upon the Waters - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kitagawa Utamaro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58936775082319,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58937346916687,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58937346949455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58937346982223,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58937347014991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58937347047759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58937347080527,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58937347113295,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58937347146063,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58937347178831,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58937347211599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58937347244367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fishing-beneath-a-Bridge_Poster_CompositorV1_1790711271211.jpg?v=1790712130","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/products\/fishing-beneath-a-bridge-kitagawa-utamaro","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}