The Hour of the Snake (from the series A Clock for Young Women)
1796
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1796
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows two women in traditional Japanese clothing. The woman on the right is holding a fan and has her hair styled in a high bun. The woman on the left is sitting down, looking up at the other woman. Both women are wearing kimonos with intricate designs. The background of the painting is a light yellow color, which contrasts with the darker colors of the women's clothing. The overall mood of the painting is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about Japanese art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
