The Tea Waitress Okita Of The Naniwaya, Holding A Teacup, Signed Utamaro Hitsu , Published By Tsutaya Jusaburo, Kiwame Seal, Second State Without Cartouche, Mica Background, Colours Slightly Faded, Backed

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"The Tea Waitress Okita of the Naniwaya, Holding a Teacup" is a notable woodblock print by the celebrated Japanese ukiyo-e artist Kitagawa Utamaro (c. 1753 – 1806). This print is part of Utamaro's oeuvre, which is renowned for its exquisite portrayal of female beauty and the daily life of women in the Edo period. The artwork features Okita, a famous tea waitress from the Naniwaya teahouse, delicately holding a teacup. The print is signed "Utamaro hitsu," indicating the artist's hand, and was published by the prominent publisher Tsutaya Jusaburo, a key figure in the ukiyo-e market who helped elevate the status of print artists during the late 18th century.

The print bears the "kiwame" seal, which was an approval stamp from the government censor, a requirement for all published prints during the Edo period. This particular impression is identified as the second state, distinguished by the absence of a cartouche—a decorative frame or border that often contained the title or other text. The background of the print is embellished with mica, a mineral that adds a shimmering effect, although the colors are noted to have slightly faded over time. Additionally, the print has been backed, a preservation method used to support and protect the artwork.

Kitagawa Utamaro's expertise in bijinga (pictures of beautiful women) is evident in this print, where he captures the grace and elegance of Okita, making it a fine example of his work and an important piece in the study of ukiyo-e. The print's cultural and artistic significance lies in its representation of the fashion, aesthetics, and social dynamics of the Edo period, offering insights into the historical context of Japan's urban culture.

As a work of art from a master of the ukiyo-e genre, "The Tea Waitress Okita of the Naniwaya, Holding a Teacup" is a valuable piece for both art historians and collectors, reflecting the technical skill and artistic beauty that define Utamaro's legacy.

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