Untitled
1788
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1788
ink
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This woodblock print features three women in traditional Japanese kimonos, standing in front of a fence. The woman on the left wears a kimono with a floral pattern, while the woman in the middle has a kimono with a geometric design. The woman on the right wears a kimono with a leaf pattern. The background is a light beige color, with some green leaves and branches visible at the top. The print is done in a romantic style, with soft colors and delicate lines. The women are depicted in a relaxed pose, with their arms and hands positioned in a natural way. The fence behind them is made up of vertical slats, with a lattice pattern at the top. The print is a beautiful example of Japanese art from the 18th century. To learn more about the artist who created this print, look up Kitao Masanobu (Santō Kyōden).
