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Reflective Love, from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no... c1793/94. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro. Reflective Love, from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no... c1793/94)
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Reflective Love, from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no... c1793/94. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro. Reflective Love, from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no... c1793/94)
Reflective Love, from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no bu) (Mono-omou koi)", Japan, c. 1793/94
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Reflective Love" is a captivating woodblock print from the series "Anthology of Poems: The Love Section (Kasen koi no bu)" created by the renowned Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro in the late 18th century. This masterpiece, dating back to around 1793/94, is a testament to the artistic brilliance of the Edo period. The print depicts a young woman, dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, sitting alone in a serene setting. She is seen wearing a beautiful maroon kimono, adorned with intricate patterns, and her long black hair is styled elegantly. The woman is shown looking away from the viewer, deep in thought, her expression conveying a sense of contemplation and introspection. The title "Reflective Love" suggests that the young woman is lost in thought about love, possibly pondering over a past relationship or contemplating the complexities of the emotion. The print's composition, with the woman positioned in the center against a plain background, draws the viewer's focus to her and invites them to share in her moment of reflection. This woodblock print is a prime example of the Ukiyo-e artistic school, which flourished during the Edo period in Japan. The technique used, known as color woodblock printing, involved carving designs into wooden blocks and then printing them onto paper using multiple colors. The result is a vivid and intricately detailed image that captures the essence of the subject matter. "Reflective Love" is a timeless work of art that continues to captivate audiences with its beauty, intrigue, and insight into the human condition. It is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it is admired by visitors from around the world as a valuable piece of Asian art and cultural heritage.
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