娘道成寺図の錦絵|Print of a Kabuki Dancer from the Maiden of the Dōjōji Temple (Musume Dōjōji)
1814
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
1814
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From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
This print shows a woman in bright, flowing robes, mid-leap with a fan and a long branch of leaves in her hand. Her outfit has bold reds, greens, and golds, and her hair is styled high with a decorative comb. The background is mostly empty, letting her movement stand out. The text around her is Japanese poetry, adding layers to the scene. This style of print was often used for special occasions or performances. Look up leaf next to see how artists used nature in traditional Japanese prints.
