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Courtesan Toi Tama river six Tama rivers series title
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Courtesan Toi Tama river six Tama rivers series title
Courtesan and the Toi Tama river The six Tama rivers (series title), Bus portrait of a courtesan, a poem reading about the Toi Tama river in the province of Settsu, the fan-shaped cartouche in the upper right, in which a view of people near a river, house and pine, also refer to the Toi Tama river, just like the batwood and pine branches in blind print on the background of the print, in the elongated cartouche at the top right a parody in poetic form on the poem in the letter. (bijinga), Kitagawa Utamaro (mentioned on object), 1795 - 1800, paper, colour woodcut, h 376 mm × w 246 mm
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This print titled "Courtesan Toi Tama river six Tama rivers series" by Kitagawa Utamaro takes us on a journey to the province of Settsu, where we witness the enchanting beauty of a courtesan amidst the serene backdrop of the Toi Tama river. The artist skillfully captures every intricate detail, from the delicate fan-shaped cartouche in the upper right corner depicting people near the river, house, and pine trees, to the subtle batwood and pine branches adorning the background. The courtesan's portrait is nothing short of mesmerizing; her elegance and grace are accentuated by her traditional attire and elaborate hairstyle. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we discover a poem reading about the Toi Tama river in Settsu province. It adds an additional layer of depth to this piece as it reflects upon nature's influence on human emotions. Intriguingly, there is an elongated cartouche at the top right that presents a parody in poetic form based on the original poem mentioned earlier. This clever juxtaposition showcases Utamaro's wit and creativity. Overall, this exquisite bijinga (beautiful woman) print transports us back to 18th-century Japan with its meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. It serves as a testament to Utamaro's mastery as an artist and his ability to capture both physical beauty and emotional resonance through his work.
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