Pair of Chimney Swallows and a Green Pheasant, from an album Birds compared in Humorous Songs, 1791

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"Pair of Chimney Swallows and a Green Pheasant, from an album Birds compared in Humorous Songs, 1791" is a notable work by the celebrated Japanese ukiyo-e artist Kitagawa Utamaro (c. 1753 – 1806). This piece is part of a larger collection that juxtaposes various species of birds with whimsical, often satirical poems, known as "kyōka" (狂歌), which are a form of humorous waka poetry. The album exemplifies Utamaro's finesse in capturing the delicate beauty of birds, a subject that he explored alongside his more famous studies of women and nature.

The artwork features a pair of chimney swallows (Hirundo rustica) and a green pheasant (Phasianus versicolor), rendered with the fine lines and attention to detail characteristic of Utamaro's style. The swallows are often depicted in flight or perched, their forked tails and agile forms emblematic of the changing seasons, particularly the arrival of spring. The green pheasant, meanwhile, is the national bird of Japan and is often associated with power and grace. In this composition, Utamaro not only showcases the birds' natural elegance but also infuses the scene with a sense of playful interaction, as suggested by the accompanying kyōka.

The album "Birds compared in Humorous Songs" reflects the Edo period's (1603–1868) cultural fascination with both the natural world and the art of wordplay. The combination of visual art and poetry in this work is indicative of the collaborative spirit among artists and poets of the time, who often engaged in creative exchanges. Utamaro's depiction of birds, while less prevalent than his bijinga (pictures of beautiful women), is nonetheless an important aspect of his oeuvre, offering insights into the artist's versatility and the broader cultural contexts of the Edo period.

As a master of the ukiyo-e genre, Utamaro's contributions to Japanese art have been widely recognized, and his works continue to be studied and appreciated for their aesthetic qualities and cultural significance. "Pair of Chimney Swallows and a Green Pheasant" stands as a testament to Utamaro's artistic legacy and the enduring appeal of the ukiyo-e tradition.

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