Dressing a Boy on the Occasion of His First Letting His Hair Grow - Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
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A woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III) depicting a Shichi-Go-San celebration, a traditional Japanese rite of passage for children. The print features two women and a young boy, adorned in traditional Japanese clothing.
This woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III), a prominent figure in the Ukiyo-e art movement, depicts a scene titled 'Dressing a Boy on the Occasion of His First Letting His Hair Grow'. The artwork likely portrays a Shichi-Go-San celebration, a traditional Japanese rite of passage for children aged three, five, and seven. During this ceremony, young boys begin to grow their hair out, symbolising their transition into adolescence. The print features three figures: two women, likely attendants or family members, and a young boy. One woman, seated, seems to be adjusting the boy's clothing or hair, while the other stands, observing the scene. The figures are adorned in traditional Japanese clothing, with attention given to the patterns and textures of the fabrics. The composition is flat, typical of Ukiyo-e prints, with an emphasis on line and colour to define the forms. The colour palette is muted, with earth tones and soft hues creating a serene atmosphere. The print offers a glimpse into Japanese customs and the cultural significance of childhood milestones.
Dressing a Boy on the Occasion of His First Letting His Hair Grow - Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
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Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III)
Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Toyokuni III, was a prolific and popular ukiyo-e printmaker of 19th-century Japan.
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