{"product_id":"an-imperial-carriage-kitagawa-utamaro","title":"An Imperial Carriage - Kitagawa Utamaro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro, depicting three figures in a quiet, intimate moment beneath a flowering cherry tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro captures a moment of quiet interaction between three figures beneath the boughs of a flowering cherry tree. Utamaro, a master of the Ukiyo-e genre, is recognised for his ability to convey psychological depth through the subtle positioning of his subjects. In this composition, the figures are arranged in a triangular formation, creating a sense of balance that draws the viewer into their shared space. The artist employs a refined line quality, characteristic of his mature period, to define the folds of the kimonos and the delicate features of the faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on soft earth tones, muted oranges, and deep blacks to create a sense of harmony. The cherry blossoms above provide a seasonal context, suggesting the fleeting nature of the moment. Utamaro often focused on the inhabitants of the pleasure districts, and his work frequently explored the nuances of human connection. Here, the interaction appears intimate, with one figure leaning forward while the others observe, suggesting a narrative that remains open to interpretation. The flat perspective, typical of Japanese prints of this era, allows the decorative patterns of the textiles to take on a life of their own, contrasting with the smooth, pale skin of the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of the Ukiyo-e style, Utamaro contributed to the popularisation of the 'bijin-ga' genre, which focused on images of beautiful women. This print demonstrates his technical skill in woodblock carving and printing, where the registration of colours is precise. The work serves as an example of the aesthetic values of the Edo period, where art was accessible to a wider public and often reflected the fashions and social customs of the time. The print remains a clear representation of Utamaro's approach to figure composition and his mastery of the medium.\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=\"\/products\/shimosuwa-from-sixty-nine-stations-of-the-kisokaido-utagawa-hiroshige\" 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;\"\u003eShimosuwa, from Sixty-Nine Stations of the Kisokaidō - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/view-of-benten-shrine-on-nakanoshima-island-in-shinobazu-pond-ueno-park-utagawa-hiroshige-iii\" 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;\"\u003eView of Benten Shrine on Nakanoshima Island in Shinobazu Pond, Ueno Park - Utagawa Hiroshige III — Utagawa Hiroshige III\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kitagawa Utamaro","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970221936975,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970225869135,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58970225901903,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970225934671,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970225967439,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970226000207,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970226032975,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970226065743,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970226098511,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58970226131279,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58970226164047,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58970226196815,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/An-Imperial-Carriage_Poster_CompositorV1_1790807313844.jpg?v=1790807672","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/an-imperial-carriage-kitagawa-utamaro","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}