Woman of the Yoshiwara Reading Scroll
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
A woman sits on a tatami mat, her legs tucked under her. She wears a loose, patterned robe in soft pinks and greens, with a black hairpiece holding up her hair. In her hands, she holds a scroll, her eyes focused on it. Behind her, a small window shows a glimpse of a garden with chrysanthemums and leaves. The scroll suggests she might be reading poetry or a letter. The simple background keeps the focus on her, making the details of her clothing and expression stand out. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this work in person.
