{"product_id":"stylish-amusements-of-the-four-seasons-kitagawa-utamaro","title":"Stylish Amusements of the Four Seasons - Kitagawa Utamaro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro, depicting two women in a boat, showcasing the artist's mastery of the bijin-ga genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitagawa Utamaro is widely recognised for his mastery of the bijin-ga genre, which focuses on the depiction of beautiful women. This print, part of the series Stylish Amusements of the Four Seasons, captures a moment of quiet social interaction. The composition employs the characteristic elongated proportions and refined facial features that define Utamaro's mature style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are positioned within a boat, a common setting for leisure activities in Edo-period Japan. One woman sits in a relaxed posture, her gaze directed away from the viewer, while her companion stands, holding a folding fan inscribed with calligraphy. The artist pays close attention to the textile patterns of their kimonos, using varied line weights to distinguish between the heavy, dark outer garments and the lighter, patterned under-layers. The colour palette is restrained, relying on subtle shifts in tone to create depth within the flat, graphic space typical of woodblock printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtamaro's ability to convey psychological nuance through posture and gesture is evident here. The interaction between the two women feels natural, suggesting a private conversation or a shared moment of contemplation. The print demonstrates the technical precision of the ukiyo-e tradition, where the collaboration between the artist, carver, and printer resulted in works of exceptional clarity. This piece provides a window into the aesthetic values of the period, where fashion, literature, and leisure were closely intertwined. The inclusion of text on the fan adds a layer of narrative, inviting the viewer to consider the cultural context of the scene beyond its visual appeal. As a fine art print, this work maintains the balance of form and pattern that made Utamaro a central figure in the development of Japanese printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/three-women-strolling-in-the-countryside-chobunsai-eishi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThree Women Strolling in the Countryside by Chōbunsai Eishi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/woman-seated-holding-a-cat-torii-kiyohiro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWoman Seated Holding a Cat by Torii Kiyohiro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/kitagawa-utamaro\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKitagawa Utamaro artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kitagawa Utamaro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147215307087,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147215372623,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147215470927,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147215503695,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147215569231,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147215601999,"sku":null,"price":590.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147215634767,"sku":null,"price":590.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147215700303,"sku":null,"price":730.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147215765839,"sku":null,"price":730.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Stylish-Amusements-of-the-Four-Seasons_Poster_CompositorV1_1792123489006.jpg?v=1792296330","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/products\/stylish-amusements-of-the-four-seasons-kitagawa-utamaro","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}