Artwork
Young Woman Admiring a Snow Rabbit
Young Woman Admiring a Snow Rabbit is a print by the Romanticist artist Suzuki Harunobu. It dates from 1764 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1985.306
- Credit line
- The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin Smith
About this work
Overview
Young Woman Admiring a Snow Rabbit is a print by Suzuki Harunobu, created around 1764. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two women in a serene indoor setting. One woman holds a small wooden box, while the other examines an object, possibly a snow rabbit, with a round fan in hand.
Technique & Style
The artist employed flat colors and clean outlines to create a calm atmosphere. Delicate brushstrokes suggest falling leaves, and a bamboo blind adds depth to the simple background.
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Artist & collection
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