Artwork

Chōzan of Chōjiya from the series Triptych of Beauties Before Blinds

Chōzan of Chōjiya from the series Triptych of Beauties Before Blinds is a print by the Romanticist artist Kitagawa Utamaro. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Chōzan of Chōjiya from the series Triptych of Beauties Before Blinds is an ukiyo-e print created by Kitagawa Utamaro in 1780. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene woman, identified as Chōzan of Chōjiya, standing behind a wooden fence. She is engaged in a contemplative moment, holding a fan and a flowering branch, surrounded by additional blooms and birds visible through the fence gaps. Her attire and hairstyle convey elegance and refinement.

Technique & Style

Utamaro employed soft, pastel color palette, emphasizing delicate details such as floral patterns and fabric textures. Clean lines and vibrant yet restrained hues accentuate the subject's graceful posture, characteristic of Utamaro's attention to feminine beauty.

History & Provenance

Created in 1780, the print is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art, ensuring its preservation and public accessibility.