Ukiyo-e — the floating world — captures fleeting beauty in wood and ink. From Hokusai’s waves to Utamaro’s grace, these masterpieces are time-etched glimpses of life, nature, and the art of transience.
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Unfold a moment of legendary loyalty and poetic justice with this ukiyo-e masterpiece by Kitagawa Utamaro, inspired by Chūshingura—Japan’s timeless tale of the 47 rōnin. Act 11 of this dramatic series captures the climactic revenge taken against Lord Kira, portraying a scene not only of vengeance but of restrained dignity and collective honor. Known for his portraits of beautiful women, Utamaro offers a rare but profound foray into historical narrative—rendering the samurai world with his characteristic grace and psychological depth.
This finely reproduced woodblock print preserves both the tension and the tenderness of the moment: swords drawn, yet composed; justice imminent, yet balanced by tradition and restraint. In a world where action meets aesthetics, this piece evokes the bushidō spirit through elegance rather than violence.
🔹 Key Features
• Depicts Act 11 of Chūshingura—the climactic revenge of the 47 rōnin
• Created by Kitagawa Utamaro, master of ukiyo-e
• A rare narrative print from an artist known for emotional subtlety
• High-quality reproduction faithful to Edo-period color and form
• A symbolic piece blending loyalty, justice, and Japanese cultural depth
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This captivating ukiyo-e print plunges us into the world of Japanese folklore, where the legendary child hero Kintarō confronts the enigmatic Yamauba, or mountain witch. Rendered in bold brushstrokes and moody shading, the composition conjures a sense of eerie intimacy—Kintarō’s wide-eyed gaze meets the witch’s knowing expression in a scene suspended between innocence and danger. The artwork reflects the moment just before destiny unfolds, infused with tension, mystery, and emotional resonance. This rare portrayal by a contemporary hand preserves the spirit of traditional storytelling, inviting us to contemplate the unseen forces—maternal, monstrous, and magical—that shape our lives.
🔹 Key Features
• 👦 Iconic representation of Kintarō, the folkloric child of immense strength
• 🧙♀️ Depicts Yamauba, the mountain witch known for her dual role as villain and guardian
• 🎨 Striking use of light and shadow for dramatic contrast
• 🌌 Storytelling composition rooted in Edo-period themes of myth and morality
• 🖼️ Emotional facial expressions that invite interpretation and reflection
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Step into an intimate domestic scene from Edo-period Japan with Kitagawa Utamaro’s “Mother Peeling Fruit While Child Watches”, reimagined in an extra-large format that brings each tender detail to life. Known as the master of ukiyo-e bijin-ga, Utamaro here captures not glamour, but a quiet moment of motherhood—infused with warmth, grace, and attentiveness. The mother, draped in a soft-patterned kimono, delicately peels a fruit with serene concentration, while her child gazes up with fascination. Their postures are natural, the gesture universal. Rendered with Utamaro’s hallmark delicacy, this print is not merely art—it’s a portrait of timeless human connection.
🔹 Key Features
• Emotional masterpiece by Kitagawa Utamaro, the icon of bijin-ga
• Portrays a tender everyday moment between mother and child
• Extra-large reproduction enhances fine linework and textile detail
• Gentle, muted color palette adds softness and elegance to any space
• Ideal for collectors of feminine portraiture and traditional Japanese interiors
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In The Hedonist, master ukiyo-e artist Kitagawa Utamaro captures the quiet contradiction of pleasure and loneliness. With delicate lines and soft expressions, the artwork portrays a courtesan or high-ranking beauty gazing downward, her thoughts hidden beneath layers of sensuality and sorrow. The subtle textures of the robe, the pale blush of the skin, and the woman’s elegant pose speak to a world of luxury that is, paradoxically, also a world of captivity. Utamaro’s genius lies not only in depicting external beauty, but in revealing the emotional complexity of Edo-period women. This piece evokes the timeless themes of indulgence, isolation, and the longing that lingers even amid abundance.
🔹 Key Features
• 🎨 Created by Kitagawa Utamaro, master of bijin-ga (portraits of beautiful women)
• 👘 Portrays psychological depth through posture and facial expression
• 🖋️ Rich detail in fabric pattern and hair ornamentation
• 💫 A poetic window into Edo-period beauty, culture, and emotion
• 🖼️ Displayed vertically for emotional and visual impact
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Step into the graceful world of Edo femininity with “Twelve Aspects of Beautiful Women” by Kitagawa Utamaro, one of Japan’s most revered ukiyo-e masters. This elegant portrait series captures the essence of twelve archetypes of beauty—from modesty and elegance to passion and melancholy—offering a deeply nuanced look at the diverse expressions of women during the Edo period. Each face is not just painted but revealed, like a fleeting poem, evoking emotional complexity through subtle lines, refined poses, and delicate textures.
Utamaro’s unparalleled ability to render emotion and personality through visual cues makes this piece far more than decorative—it becomes a cultural lens into the lives, moods, and identities of women in 18th-century Japan. A hallmark of ukiyo-e’s golden age, this reproduction speaks with timeless grace and emotional resonance.
🔹 Key Features
• From the celebrated series Twelve Aspects of Beautiful Women
• Created by ukiyo-e master Kitagawa Utamaro (c. 1753–1806)
• A study in feminine emotion, subtle expression, and elegant composition
• Museum-quality reproduction faithful to the original Edo-period print
• A deeply poetic and culturally significant artwork perfect for display or gifting
152. Japonism Ukiyo-e – Yokkaichi, Mie River – 53 Stations of the Tokaido
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Step into the poetic stillness of Edo-era Japan with Yokkaichi: Mie River, a masterful Ukiyo-e woodblock print by Utagawa Hiroshige from his celebrated series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido. In this composition, a solitary traveler crosses a small wooden bridge as the wind sweeps across reeds and rooftops—capturing the essence of impermanence and serenity in motion. This artwork is not just a landscape—it is a lyrical observation of human life against nature’s quiet power, rendered with the delicate grace of traditional Japanese printmaking.
🔹 Key Features
• From Hiroshige’s iconic Tokaido Gojusan-tsugi (Tokaido 53 Stations) series
• Features Yokkaichi Station and the tranquil Mie River
• Printed by Adachi Institute using traditional woodblock techniques
• Rich detail and atmospheric brushwork in classic Edo style
• Ideal for collectors of Japanese prints and poetic landscapes
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Step into the shadowy corridors of Edo-period storytelling with “Yurugi Sogen”, an intense and theatrical portrayal from Tsukioka Yoshitoshi’s gripping series “28 Famous Murders with Verse.” This woodblock print captures the chilling moment of a tragic tale—the priest Yurugi Sogen, poised in a visceral expression of vengeance, devotion, or madness. Crafted during a time when morality, myth, and crime intertwined on the stage and in the street, Yoshitoshi’s work speaks in layers—of beauty, brutality, and psychological depth.
This particular piece merges literary drama with visual power. Each stroke and shadow unfurls a story of human passion and fallibility, making it not just an artwork but a conversation between time and emotion. A rare treasure for lovers of the macabre, the theatrical, and the deeply human.
🔹 Key Features
• Original work by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, the last great master of ukiyo-e
• Part of the famed series 28 Famous Murders with Verse
• Rich in symbolism, emotion, and Edo-period narrative drama
• Museum-quality reproduction with vivid expression and detail
• A collector’s piece that bridges ukiyo-e and psychological portraiture
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Enter a world where elegance and atmosphere blend seamlessly—Yoshiwara: Fuji to the Left by Utagawa Hiroshige is one of the most romantic and enigmatic entries in the Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido series. This masterful Ukiyo-e print captures a road winding through tall pine trees, with the distant yet commanding presence of Mount Fuji subtly appearing to the left—opposite from its expected orientation. In this inversion lies the poetic mystery of the scene, evoking the journeyer’s awe as they approach the famed pleasure quarters of Yoshiwara beneath drifting clouds and filtered sunlight. It’s a landscape of transition—between cities, between moments, and between emotions.
🔹 Key Features
• Part of Hiroshige’s Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido Gojusan-tsugi)
• Mount Fuji subtly placed on the left, defying conventional representation
• Rendered in soft hues and intricate linework typical of the Edo period
• Hand-printed by Adachi Institute using traditional woodblock methods
• Evokes cultural nostalgia, seasonal change, and pathos of the road
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Step into a timeless moment of grace with the Kakemono-e of Beauty with an Umbrella, a vertical hanging scroll artwork that exudes poetic charm. This elegant figure of a woman, caught mid-stride beneath a gently curved traditional umbrella, evokes the subtle allure of Edo-period femininity—demure yet strong, elegant yet natural. Rendered in soft ink and color on silk, the piece belongs to the genre of kakemono-e (掛物絵), where elongated formats were used to emphasize posture, movement, and seasonal atmosphere. Whether shielding herself from spring rain or summer sun, this beauty becomes a silent messenger of seasonal grace.
🔹 Key Features
• Traditional vertical kakemono-e scroll format
• A graceful female figure with traditional Japanese umbrella
• Ink and color on silk – rich in tone and texture
• Reflects seasonal aesthetics and feminine beauty
• A rare collectible artwork from the Edo tradition
