{"product_id":"net-fishing-at-night-kitagawa-utamaro","title":"Net Fishing at Night - Kitagawa Utamaro","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kitagawa Utamaro depicting figures engaged in night fishing, characterised by delicate line work and a serene atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitagawa Utamaro, a master of the Ukiyo-e genre, produced this woodblock print during the late eighteenth century. The composition captures a nocturnal scene on a boat, where figures are engaged in the activity of net fishing. Utamaro is recognised for his ability to render human form with grace and psychological depth, a trait visible in the expressions of the individuals aboard the vessel. The print employs a restricted colour palette, typical of the period, which allows the focus to remain on the interplay of line and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is framed by the large, geometric structure of the fishing net, which provides a visual anchor for the composition. The figures are arranged in a manner that suggests a quiet, shared labour, with the soft light of the crescent moon providing the only illumination. The artist uses calligraphic lines to define the folds of the garments and the delicate features of the faces, demonstrating his technical precision. The background is kept minimal, suggesting the vastness of the water under the cover of darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a broader tradition of Japanese printmaking that sought to document the daily lives of people across various social strata. Utamaro often focused on the inhabitants of the pleasure quarters, yet his interest extended to the working classes as well. By placing these figures in a natural setting, he shifts the viewer's attention toward the quiet dignity of their task. The print is a fine example of the technical mastery achieved by Edo-period artisans, who balanced the requirements of commercial production with the artistic demands of composition and narrative. The subtle gradations in the sky and the careful placement of the figures create a sense of stillness, inviting the viewer to observe the scene with patience.\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\/nihonbashi-morning-scene-utagawa-hiroshige-1\" 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;\"\u003eNihonbashi: Morning Scene - Utagawa Hiroshige — Utagawa Hiroshige\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/women-near-a-river-utagawa-kuniyoshi\" 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;\"\u003eWomen Near a River - Utagawa Kuniyoshi — Utagawa Kuniyoshi\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":58344910750031,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58344923496783,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58344923529551,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58344923562319,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58344923595087,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58344923627855,"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":58344923660623,"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":58344923693391,"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":58344923726159,"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":58344923758927,"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":58344923791695,"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":58344923824463,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Net-Fishing-at-Night_Poster_CompositorV1_1785387256135.jpg?v=1785388077","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/net-fishing-at-night-kitagawa-utamaro","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}