扇屋内春日野|The Oiran Kasugano of Ogiya on Parade under Blossoming Cherry Trees
1788
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1788
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows five women in bright, patterned robes walking in a line. Two hold green parasols, and one woman leans on a tall yellow fan. The background has faint cherry blossoms and some writing in Japanese. Their clothes have bold colors—pinks, greens, and golds—with simple black outlines. Notice how the artist used tiny lines to create shading, especially on the robes and fan. This makes the fabrics look textured without heavy color. The women’s faces are calm, almost like they’re posing for a special moment. If you like this style, look up cross-hatching to see how artists build depth with lines.
