Women of the Tatsumi District (from the series Eastern Customs of the Present Day)
1784
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1784
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows four people in simple, flowing clothes. Two women stand holding a fan and a round mirror, while another woman kneels, holding a small object. A man stands near a patterned screen, looking down. The colors are soft—pinks, grays, and earthy tones—with delicate brushstrokes. The kneeling woman’s outfit has subtle floral patterns, and the standing woman’s robe features swirling designs. These details suggest everyday life, not grand scenes. Next, look up Katsukawa Shunchō to see how he captured daily moments in Japanese art.
