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House cleaning in preparation for the New Year, Japan, late 1790s
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House cleaning in preparation for the New Year, Japan, late 1790s
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Broom Brooms Broomstick Broomsticks Bucket Chore Chores Cleaner Cleaning Daily Life Dusting Folding Screen Funny Housework Kitagawa Utamaro Lantern Lanterns Mice New Year Paper Lantern Paper Lanterns Preparation Preparations Preparing Rats Scarf Scarves Screen Spring Cleaning Sweeping Triptych Utamaro Kitagawa Women At Work Cleaners Colour Woodblock Print Tokugawa Period
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Caption: "A Glimpse into 18th Century Japan: House Cleaning in Preparation for the New Year". This woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro offers a vivid snapshot of daily life in late 1790s Japan. Set during the Edo period, it showcases the meticulous preparations undertaken by Japanese households to welcome the New Year. In this bustling scene, we witness men and women engaged in various cleaning tasks inside a traditional Japanese home. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he portrays individuals meticulously dusting folding screens and sweeping floors with brooms made from sturdy broomsticks. The vibrant colors used in this colour woodblock print bring out the lively atmosphere within the house. Amidst these diligent efforts, mischievous mice scurry about, adding a touch of humor to an otherwise mundane chore. Paper lanterns hanging from above provide soft lighting while casting intriguing shadows on intricately patterned clothing worn by both men and women. Utamaro's artwork not only captures everyday life but also highlights cultural traditions associated with spring cleaning and preparing for the New Year festivities. This piece serves as a testament to his artistic prowess and ability to immortalize moments that would have otherwise faded into history. Displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago, this heritage art transports viewers back in time, offering them a glimpse into centuries-old customs that continue to shape Japanese culture today.
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