Women and Children
Bijin-ga prints were not merely intended as realistic representations of women but also served as objects of desire and fantasy for the viewers. They were highly sought after by collectors and were considered a form of visual entertainment during the Edo period.
Artists like Kitagawa UTAMARO, Suzuki HARUNOBU, and Torii KIYONAGA were renowned for their bijin-ga prints and played a significant role in popularizing the genre. Their works showcased a delicate and refined style, often characterized by intricate details, vibrant colors, and a focus on the beauty and allure of the female subjects.
Bijin-ga prints continue to be appreciated and admired for their aesthetic appeal and cultural significance. They provide insights into the fashion, ideals of beauty, and social dynamics of the Edo period in Japan.
Setting up New Year's decorations
(D617)
Kodomo niwa-asobi no zu (Children's games in the garden)
(180)
Kaki no Asago (obstinate like a morning glory on a fence)
(1941)
Maiko
(1968)
Ôiso: Tora Gozen and Soga no Jûrô
(F127)
Jinzaemon-chô Toyodaya (The Toyodaya Restaurant in Jinzaemon-chô
(F132)
Narumi: Woman Doing Arimatsu Shibori Tie-dying
(F201)
Kanagawa no eki, Urashima-zuka
(F200)
Kinshô from the Play Kokusenyagassen
(1961)
Yamanba (Woman from the Mountains) from the Play Komochi Yamamba
(1962)
The Date Castle
(F310)
Mine yudachi (Rain Shower at the Mountain Top)
(F316)
Mother with children
(F360)
Onna-reisluki no zu (Beauties celebrating)
(F394)
Lingering Dreams (Yume no ato)
(G129)
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Fujisawa
(2093)
Hahakigi
(2111)
Hane no Kamura
(681)
Girl and Butterflies
(G454)
Setsubun (The Day before Spring)
(I075)
Musume gyōretsu Tōto Ryōgokubashi no zu
(I006)
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Shugen Chôsei-in on Mount Kôdo
(I155)
Zen'aku kokoro no annai (The Good and Evil Influences)
(I002)
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Ichiman-maru (Jûrô) and Hakoô-maru (Gorô) about to be executed
(I455)
Kagamiyama karasuba no dan, Hatsu-jo
(I456)
Two women on the beach, fishermen are in the background
(I565)
Hotoke mairi (Visit of the graves)
(J195)
Mushi no ne, Kan'en goro fujin
(J198)
Miss Kobe
(J270)
Edo Ryogoku suzumi no zu
(C037)
