Utamakura print No. 1 Utamaro's pictures of abalone divers






utamakura (歌まくら, poem[s] of pillow ) book of 12 erotic prints attributed utamaro, published in 1788.


the first print depicts pair of kappa river creatures raping ama diver underwater. hair flows running current, , small, seemingly curious fish swim near. ama watches seated on rock ashamed look, right hand held mouth. drenched, dishevelled hair sticks her. wears red waistcloth, genitals can still seen. french art critic edmond de goncourt appear[s] languid , susceptible temptation.


utamaro employs varied contrast of tones in area of rocks, while fine lines of running current partially obscure underwater scene. careful attention goes individual strands of women s hair. amas in picture demonstrate manner in depicted them in future prints.









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