Picture Book- Flowers of Words by Kitagawa Utamaro

Picture Book- Flowers of Words 1818

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toned paper

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dereliction degradation

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water colours

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glaze

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book

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white palette

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japan

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ink-on-paper

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stoneware

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underpainting

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

"Picture Book- Flowers of Words" is a delicate and visually stunning example of Japanese art, specifically Ukiyo-e. The book cover, created by renowned artist Kitagawa Utamaro in 1818, features a simple yet striking design. The soft blue background is adorned with a few sprigs of stylized white flowers, offering a touch of nature in a minimal composition. The cover also includes a small, handwritten label in the upper right corner, enhancing the artwork's cultural significance. This piece is a testament to Utamaro's mastery of capturing the essence of beauty and nature in a subtle and sophisticated manner.

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