Japan: Joshoku kaiko tewaza-kusa ('Women engaged in the sericulture industry'), Print No. 7, 'The Emergence of the Moths', Kitagawa Utamaro (1753-1806), c. 1799
7. 'The emergence of the moths', depicting two girls watching moths lay eggs on a piece of paper, another standing and looking at the scene.
Kitagawa Utamaro (ca. 1753 - October 31, 1806) was a Japanese printmaker and painter, who is considered one of the greatest artists of woodblock prints (ukiyo-e). He is known especially for his masterfully composed studies of women, known as bijinga. He also produced nature studies, particularly illustrated books of insects.
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