Seven Komachi Episodes: A Woman Holding an Outer Garment for a Man
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows two people dressed in old Japanese clothing. The man stands with his back to us, wearing a light robe and dark hat. The woman kneels, holding his outer garment while looking up at him with a calm face. Their outfits have simple patterns and soft colors, mostly beige, black, and a touch of pink. The woman’s sleeve has a small cloud design near her wrist. This detail is common in traditional Japanese art, adding a quiet touch to everyday scenes. If you like this style, look up Kitagawa Utamaro for more of his work.
