Reading a letter 

"Reading a letter" is a woodblock print by the celebrated Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro (c. 1753-1806), renowned for his depictions of beautiful women. This ukiyo-e print, meaning "pictures of the floating world," showcases a woman in a traditional kimono, engrossed in reading a letter, highlighting the intimate and personal nature of the act. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate patterns of the woman's clothing and the delicate lines of her face. The subject, captured in a moment of quiet contemplation, exemplifies the grace and beauty of Japanese women as envisioned in Utamaro's art.