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Japanese ukiyo-e style print depicting an elegant woman seated while arranging her hair and gazing into a standing mirror. The figure wears a flowing patterned kimono and is shown in a moment of quiet preparation, rendered with delicate facial features and graceful lines typical of classical Japanese beauty prints known as bijin-ga.
The composition is inspired by the work of Kitagawa Utamaro (1753–1806), one of the most celebrated masters of the ukiyo-e tradition and renowned for his refined portrayals of women from the Edo period. Utamaro’s prints often captured intimate domestic scenes and moments of daily life, emphasizing elegance, fashion, and feminine beauty.
A vertical inscription and seal mark appear along the right side of the image in the traditional manner of Japanese woodblock prints. The artwork is presented in a decorative frame with a warm-toned mat that complements the soft palette and intricate details of the kimono patterns.
Details
• Artist: After Kitagawa Utamaro
• Style: Japanese Ukiyo-e / Bijin-ga
• Subject: Woman at mirror arranging hair
• Medium: Woodblock style print
• Frame: Decorative frame with mat
Condition
Good overall display condition. Light toning to mat and minor wear to the frame consistent with age and handling.