The artwork titled “Girl Blowing Vidro,” created by the esteemed artist Kitagawa Utamaro, belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and is classified as a portrait.
The artwork presents a finely detailed depiction of a woman, exquisitely adorned in traditional attire that boasts an intricate red and white checkered pattern, interspersed with subtle floral designs. Her hair is meticulously styled, accentuated by elegant hair accessories that define her refined appearance. The subject is portrayed in a poised moment, engaged in the act of blowing a vidro, a delicate and fragile glass object. The background is minimally detailed, directing the viewer’s focus on the woman and her attire, embodying the essence of Ukiyo-e’s attention to beauty and refinement in everyday life. Kitagawa Utamaro’s masterful use of line and color harmoniously captures the grace and poise of his subject, offering a glimpse into the cultural and aesthetic values of his time.
