The Awaishi Fishers
Kitagawa Utamaro I 1735 - 1806
Summary
The second of a series of three prints that make up a triptych when placed together. The triptych depicts a group of 'ama' divers (women whose work is to dive for shellfish or pearls) finishing a day of diving for sea snails. This central print depicts a woman in blue patterned cloth combing her wet hair whilst breastfeeding her baby.
Object Name
The Awaishi Fishers
Creators Name
Date Created
1797-1798
Dimensions
framed: 54.5cm x 40.8cm
accession number
1978.324/90
Collection Group
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