Yoshiwara Women Looking into the Street at Springtime
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1780
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows two women in bright, patterned robes standing near a window. One holds a fan, while the other leans forward slightly, peering outside. Their kimonos are decorated with flowers and bold colors like black, pink, and green. The background includes a lattice fence and a glimpse of a street with more buildings. The women’s robes have intricate designs, and their hairstyles are styled with ornaments. The scene looks like a quiet moment in a busy place, possibly a city. Look up Kitagawa Utamaro to see more of his work.
