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Young Women in a Theater Balcony, c1820s. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
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Young Women in a Theater Balcony, c1820s. Creator: Utagawa Kunisada
Young Women in a Theater Balcony, c1820s
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1820s Balconies Balcony Embossing Four People Friendship Gepparo Gossip Gossiping Gototei Ichiyosai Japanese Era Kinraisha Kochoro Kunisada Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa I Shozo Socialising Stripe Striped Talking Theatre Box Toyokuni Iii Tsunda Shozo Utagawa Kunisada Utagawa Kunisada I Utagawa Toyokuni Iii Colour Woodblock Print Playhouse
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This woodblock print, titled "Young Women in a Theater Balcony" by Utagawa Kunisada, dates back to the 1820s during the Edo period of Japan. The image showcases four young women, dressed in elegant kimonos, seated in a balcony overlooking a theater. The women appear deep in conversation, their gestures and expressions suggesting a lively exchange of gossip and stories. The architectural detail of the theater's box, with its intricate carvings and embossed designs, adds to the overall aesthetic of the print. The balcony, adorned with a pink and green color scheme, offers a glimpse into the interior of the playhouse, where the excitement of the performance below can be imagined. The women's clothing, featuring intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflects the fashion trends of the time. The kimono worn by the woman on the left is a striking example of the "gepparo" style, characterized by its wide sleeves and bold design. The woman in the center wears a "gototei" kimono, which is adorned with a rose motif, while the woman on the right wears a "kinraisha" style kimono, characterized by its vertical stripes. The print is a one-sheet from a triptych, and the attention to detail in each element, from the women's clothing to the theater's architecture, is a testament to the skill of Utagawa Kunisada and the artistry of the woodblock printing process during the nineteenth century. This print, now housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the socializing and gossiping customs of Japan during the Tokugawa period.
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