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Preparing Raw Fish, 18th century. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
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Preparing Raw Fish, 18th century. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
Preparing Raw Fish, 18th century
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Preparing Raw Fish" is an exquisite 18th century woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro. This work of art depicts a mother and her young daughter engaged in the domestic task of preparing raw fish for their family meal. The scene takes place indoors, in a serene and orderly Japanese household of the Edo period. The mother, dressed in a traditional kimono, sits on the floor with her back to the viewer, expertly filleting a large fish. Her daughter, wearing a brown kimono and a colorful hair ornament (kanzashi), observes her mother's every move, ready to assist. The fish, freshly caught, lies on a wooden table, its scales glistening in the sunlight that streams in through the open shoji screens. The intricate details of the mother and daughter's apparel, as well as the interior of the room, are beautifully rendered in the mica-enhanced color woodblock print. The mother's kimono, with its delicate patterns and vibrant colors, contrasts with the brown tones of the table and the fish. The daughter's hair ornament, adorned with intricate designs, adds a touch of elegance to her simple outfit. This print, a prime example of the ukiyo-e genre, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Japanese people during the Tokugawa period. The mother's supervision of her daughter in the preparation of the family meal is a poignant reminder of the importance of tradition and the bond between mother and child in Japanese culture. The print, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Japan and the enduring beauty of its domestic life.
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