Beauty Blotting Her Lip Rouge
1800
unspecified
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1800
unspecified
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
In this painting, a woman is depicted with her eyes closed, holding a white cloth to her lips. She wears a black kimono with a red collar and a white flower pattern, and her dark hair is styled in an updo with a black hat and orange sticks. The background is a muted brown color. The woman's pose and expression suggest a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The use of muted colors and simple composition creates a sense of calmness and serenity. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Utagawa Toyokuni I, a Japanese artist known for his portraits of beautiful women.
