Artist: Kitagawa Utamaro
Title: Mother and Child with Puppies
Date: c. 1800
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Source:
Honolulu Museum of Art
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Description:
By the late 18th century, women’s kimono became simpler, with small patterns on the lower edge or back. Instead, the design of the obi (sash) became the focal point of fashion. The width of the obi became wider and the design became more intricate, as seen in this print. (from "VOGUE in Japan: Edo Fashion through.