Preparatory drawing for the first print of the series The Ten Celestial Stems by Utagawa Kunisada

Preparatory drawing for the first print of the series The Ten Celestial Stems 1844

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drawing, ink-on-paper

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drawing

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comic strip sketch

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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japan

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cartoon sketch

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ink-on-paper

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personal sketchbook

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sketchwork

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ink drawing experimentation

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sketch

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sketchbook drawing

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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sketchbook art

This preparatory drawing for the first print of the series "The Ten Celestial Stems," by the prolific Japanese ukiyo-e artist Utagawa Kunisada, depicts a woman in traditional Japanese attire, holding a blossoming branch. The drawing, created in 1844, highlights Kunisada's masterful draftsmanship and the delicate details of his style. It serves as a testament to the meticulous process involved in creating ukiyo-e prints, which often incorporated preparatory sketches and meticulous planning. This drawing provides a unique glimpse into Kunisada’s artistic process and the evolution of his influential series, showcasing his talent for capturing the beauty and elegance of Japanese culture.

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