19th Century

yoshiume utagawa

Born 1819 Died 1879

A Brushstroke from Osaka: The Life and Art of Yoshiume Utagawa Yoshiume Utagawa, a name perhaps less familiar than some of his contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a significant niche within the vibrant world of 19th-century ukiyo-e. Born in Osaka in 1819, he flourished during a period of dynamic social change and artistic innovation. While Edo (modern Tokyo) often takes center stage when discussing this celebrated art form – “pictures of the floating world” – Yoshiume’s roots firmly lay within the bustling merchant city of Osaka, a crucial hub for kabuki theatre and popular culture. This g…

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yoshiume utagawa

1819 - 1879

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