美人画 Bijin-ga
A generic term for pictures of beautiful women in Japanese art, especially in woodblock printing of the ukiyo-e genre.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bijin-ga
One of the most famous bijin-ga artists was Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), whose elegant and sensual depictions of women were highly prized during his lifetime and continue to be celebrated today. Utamaro’s prints were characterized by a masterful use of line, color, and composition, as well as a keen eye for detail and texture. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utamaro)
Ase o fuku onna (Woman Wiping Sweat), Ukiyo-e, 1798
In the 20th century, the bijin-ga genre of Japanese woodblock prints continued to thrive, with many artists creating new and innovative works that reflected contemporary themes and styles.
20th century
Size: 20 x 24 in the frame
Oil on the canvas
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The 20th century brought new life to the traditional Japanese art form of bijin-ga.
Many artists, inspired by the work of their predecessors, sought to push the boundaries of the genre and create new and innovative works.
