Pearl Divers - Kitagawa Utamaro
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A woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro, 'Pearl Divers' depicts a woman breastfeeding her child, showcasing the artist's skill in portraying the beauty of women in daily life.
Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806) was a prominent Japanese artist, best known for his ukiyo-e woodblock prints and paintings. He is considered one of the masters of the genre, particularly for his depictions of bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women). Utamaro's work often captured the sensuality and grace of women in everyday settings, elevating the status of courtesans and geishas in Japanese art. His prints are characterised by their refined lines, subtle colours, and expressive figures. 'Pearl Divers' exemplifies Utamaro's skill in portraying the beauty of women in daily life. The print depicts a woman, presumably a pearl diver, breastfeeding a child. She is draped in a patterned robe, with a basket nearby, suggesting her recent return from diving. The scene is set against a simple background of land and water, typical of ukiyo-e compositions. Utamaro's attention to detail is evident in the delicate rendering of the woman's features, the folds of her robe, and the texture of the basket. The print captures a moment of intimacy and maternal care, reflecting the artist's interest in portraying the human side of his subjects.
Pearl Divers - Kitagawa Utamaro
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12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified 200gsm fine art paper, with lifetime fade resistance.
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Kitagawa Utamaro
inventing the close-up portrait in Japanese printmaking, turning Edo shopgirls into celebrities, and being manacled for fifty days over a print of the wrong ruler
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