Artwork
Young Man and Child with a Kite
Young Man and Child with a Kite is a print by the Romanticist artist Isoda Koryūsai. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
The painting shows a young man and a child flying a kite.
It's interesting that kite-flying is a popular sport in Japan, especially during the New Year's festival. The kites come in many shapes, like birds or butterflies, and are usually flown by boys and men.
Check out the work of artist Isoda Koryūsai (Japanese, 1735–1790) for more scenes of everyday life in Japan.
Overview
Young Man and Child with a Kite is a print depicting a scene of everyday life in Japan.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a young man and a child engaged in kite-flying, a traditional sport in Japan often associated with the New Year's festival. Kites are depicted in various shapes, including birds and butterflies, and are typically flown by males.
Context
The work reflects a cultural practice where kite-flying is a popular activity, particularly among boys and men, during festive periods.
Artist & collection
