Ichikawa Yaozo II as an Itinerant Peddler
1774
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1774
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a man dressed in a long robe and a hat, walking with a large bundle on his back. He has a thoughtful expression on his face. The man's clothing is a mix of earthy tones, with a yellow robe over a brown undergarment. The background is a simple, muted landscape with some trees and a low wall. The overall mood is quiet and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about Japanese art from this period, you might want to explore the works of Katsukawa Shunkō, a Japanese artist who created this painting in the mid or late 1770s.
