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The Courtesan Hisui of the Fan House (Ogiya uchi Hisui), from the series The... About 1789-1801. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
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The Courtesan Hisui of the Fan House (Ogiya uchi Hisui), from the series The... About 1789-1801. Creator: Kitagawa Utamaro
The Courtesan Hisui of the Fan House (Ogiya uchi Hisui), from the series The Five Festivals Flower Competition (Gosechi hana awase), Japan, About 1789-1801
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The Courtesan Hisui of the Fan House (Ogiya uchi Hisui) is a captivating work of art from the series The Five Festivals Flower Competition (Gosechi hana awase) created by the renowned Japanese artist Kitagawa Utamaro between 1789 and 1801. This color woodblock print, in oban one sheet format, showcases the elegance and beauty of a courtesan named Hisui, who resided in a fan house, or ogiya, during the Edo period of Japan. Hisui is depicted in traditional Japanese clothing, wearing a stunning kimono adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. The courtesan sits serenely on a red cushion, holding a grey hanging basket filled with flowers, possibly preparing for a festival or competition. The simplicity of the setting, with its grey background and understated decorations, allows the viewer's focus to be solely on the graceful figure of the courtesan. The courtesan's profession is evident in her elegant attire and the fan house's name, Ogiya, which translates to "fan house" in English. Courtesans were highly skilled in the arts, music, and poetry, and were known for their beauty and refined manners. They provided entertainment and companionship for wealthy patrons, and their status was a significant part of Japanese society during the Tokugawa period. This stunning print is a testament to the artistic school of ukiyo-e, which translates to "pictures of the floating world." Ukiyo-e artists, such as Utamaro, captured the essence of the moment, focusing on the fleeting beauty of life and the human experience. The Courtesan Hisui of the Fan House is a prime example of the artistic mastery and cultural significance of ukiyo-e during the 18th and 19th centuries.
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