Who created "Oume Kumenosuke"?

Oume Kumenosuke was created by Kitagawa Utamaro in 1800 - 1805.

When was "Oume Kumenosuke" created?

This artwork was created 1800 - 1805.

What medium is "Oume Kumenosuke"?

Oume Kumenosuke is color woodcut.

Is "Oume Kumenosuke" in the public domain?

Yes, Oume Kumenosuke is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Oume Kumenosuke

Kitagawa Utamaro

1800 - 1805

Medium

color woodcut

Dimensions

325; 150

About this artwork

kleurenhoutsnede; lijnblok in zwart met kleurblokken

Art Historical Context

**Oume Kumenosuke is a striking color woodcut by Kitagawa Utamaro one of the masters of ukiyo-e, Japan's "pictures of the floating world" from the Edo period (1603–1868). between 1800 and 1805, near the end of Utamaro's prolific career passed away in 1806 print captures the elegance of everyday life, likely portraying a courtesan or beauty named Oume Kumenosuke Its vertical format (325mm high by 150mm wide) a *hashira-e* or pillar print, designed to hang gracefully on narrow architectural pillars in homes or teahouses, immersing viewers in the vibrant Yoshiwara pleasure district culture. Utam...

About the Artist

Kitagawa Utamaro · 1753–1806

Kitagawa Utamaro (c. 1753-1806) was one of the most celebrated masters of ukiyo-e woodblock printing, revolutionizing the art of bijin-ga (pictures of beautiful women) during Japan's Edo period. Born Kitagawa Ichitaro, his early life remains shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts placing his birth in Kyoto, Osaka, Yoshiwara in Edo (modern Tokyo), or Kawagoe in Musashi Province. Under the t...

Oume Kumenosuke

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