Shells under Water - Kitagawa Utamaro
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A woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro, 'Shells under Water' depicts a collection of seashells with Japanese text above. The work exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of natural forms within the ukiyo-e tradition.
Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806) was a Japanese artist and printmaker, considered one of the masters of the ukiyo-e genre. He is known for his depictions of women (bijin-ga), actors (yakusha-e), and natural history subjects. Utamaro's work often captured the fleeting beauty and pleasures of urban life in the Edo period. 'Shells under Water' presents a collection of seashells arranged on a sandy surface, accompanied by calligraphic text above. The shells are rendered with delicate lines and subtle colours, showcasing a variety of shapes, sizes, and patterns. The composition is divided into two distinct zones: the lower portion features the shells themselves, while the upper portion is filled with Japanese text. The subdued palette and careful attention to detail are characteristic of Utamaro's style, blending artistic observation with naturalistic representation.
Shells under Water - Kitagawa Utamaro
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Solid wood frames, UV-protected acrylic glaze, and archival backing for lasting durability.
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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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