Oichi from the Beauties of Tokyo series by Utagawa Kunisada

Oichi from the Beauties of Tokyo series 

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water colours

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mural art

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handmade artwork painting

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naive art

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wall painting

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painting art

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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This woodblock print, "Oichi from the Beauties of Tokyo series," showcases the artistic talent of Utagawa Kunisada, a prominent Japanese artist active in the Edo period. The print depicts a woman, Oichi, in traditional attire, sitting with her feet in a basin of water. A young man stands beside her, seemingly engaged in a conversation. Kunisada, renowned for his depictions of beautiful women and captivating scenes of everyday life, expertly uses vibrant colors and intricate details to bring this captivating scene to life. The print exemplifies the "bijin-ga" genre, a style of Japanese art that specializes in portraying the beauty of women.

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