The Courtesan Kichijuro of Kage Manjiya with Two Kamuro (from the series Models for Fashions: New Designs as Fresh as Young Leaves)
1774
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1774
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows three women in traditional Japanese clothing. The central figure carries a bundle of pine branches, wearing a dark robe with floral patterns. The other two women wear matching black-and-white kimonos with red accents, and each has a tall hat with flowers or decorations. Their faces are simple but expressive, and the background is plain. Notice how the artist uses bold outlines and flat colors to create a striking contrast. The pine branches add a touch of nature to the scene, while the women’s outfits suggest a formal occasion. If you like this style, look up Isoda Koryūsai next.
