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Utamaro was known for his innovative approach to portraiture, often employing the okubi-e (large-head) format to capture the psychological presence of his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced, with Wakaume positioned as the primary figure. Her gaze is directed away from the viewer, suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation. The two children are partially obscured by her kimono, creating a sense of depth and interaction within the frame. The artist uses a refined line quality to define the contours of the figures and the delicate patterns of their garments. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft pinks, muted greens, and black, which allows the focus to remain on the expressive features of the faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtamaro's work was highly regarded for its ability to convey the fashion and social dynamics of the Yoshiwara pleasure district. The inclusion of the attendants provides a narrative element, hinting at the hierarchical structure of the courtesan's world. The print is a characteristic example of the nishiki-e (brocade print) technique, which utilised multiple woodblocks to achieve a sophisticated range of colours and textures. The calligraphy in the upper left corner provides context regarding the identity of the subjects, a common feature in prints of this period intended for a knowledgeable audience. This piece remains a clear representation of the aesthetic values prevalent in late eighteenth-century Japan, where the depiction of urban celebrities was a primary subject for printmakers.\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=\"\/products\/frolicking-figures-and-animals-kawanabe-kyosai\" 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;\"\u003eFrolicking Figures and Animals - Kawanabe Kyōsai — Kawanabe Kyōsai\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mountains-and-rivers-along-the-kisokaido-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;\"\u003eMountains and Rivers Along the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\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":58935101686095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58935213556047,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58935213588815,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58935213621583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58935213654351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58935213687119,"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":58935213719887,"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":58935213752655,"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":58935213785423,"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":58935213818191,"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":58935213850959,"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":58935213883727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wakaume-of-the-Tamaya-in-Edo-cho-itchome-and-her-child-attendants-Mumeno-and-Iroka_Poster_CompositorV1_1790709752648.jpg?v=1790710271","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/wakaume-of-the-tamaya-in-edo-cho-itchome-and-her-child-attendants-mumeno-and-iroka-kitagawa-utamaro","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}