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Womens Bathhouse (On na yu) by Torii Kiyonaga, 1780s (woodblock print)
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Womens Bathhouse (On na yu) by Torii Kiyonaga, 1780s (woodblock print)
2622500 WomenAs Bathhouse (On na yu) by Torii Kiyonaga, 1780s (woodblock print) by Kiyonaga, Torii (1752-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: WomenAs Bathhouse (On na yu) in Edo by Torii Kiyonaga (Japanese, 1752-1815); ukiyo-e woodblock print, 1780s.); Photo eGraphicaArtis; Japanese, out of copyright
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Bath Bathers Bathhouse Bathing Buckets Diptych Edo Period Graceful Group Of People Hygiene Kimono Oban Nishikie Peeping Tom Privacy Private Ukiyo E Washing Woodblock Print
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This woodblock print, titled "Women's Bathhouse (On na yu)" by Torii Kiyonaga, takes us back to the vibrant and private world of Edo period Japan in the 1780s. The diptych composition beautifully captures a group of women indulging in their daily bathing rituals at a traditional bathhouse. Kiyonaga's meticulous attention to detail brings this scene to life as we witness graceful figures immersed in buckets of water, delicately washing themselves with washcloths. The artist skillfully portrays the intimacy and privacy of this female-only space, emphasizing the importance placed on modesty during that time. As our eyes wander through the print, we notice a baby being lovingly cared for amidst this serene atmosphere. This inclusion adds an element of tenderness and reminds us that even within these communal spaces, motherhood remains an integral part of women's lives. The beauty and elegance portrayed by Kiyonaga are enhanced by his masterful use of color and composition. Each figure is adorned in intricate kimonos while their nudity is subtly suggested rather than explicitly shown. "Women's Bathhouse (On na yu)" invites us into a world where hygiene meets artistry, offering a glimpse into both cultural practices and societal norms from centuries ago. Through this woodblock print, Kiyonaga immortalizes not only the physical act but also celebrates the gracefulness and beauty found within these everyday moments.
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