Artwork

楊洲周延画『女官洋服裁縫之図』|Court Ladies Sewing Western Clothing (Jokan yōfuku saihō no zu)

楊洲周延画『女官洋服裁縫之図』|Court Ladies Sewing Western Clothing (Jokan yōfuku saihō no zu) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu. It dates from 23 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This triptych woodblock print, 'Court Ladies Sewing Western Clothing,' is a work by Yōshū Chikanobu.

About this work

Overview

This triptych woodblock print, 'Court Ladies Sewing Western Clothing,' is a work by Yōshū Chikanobu. It is held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three scenes of women engaged in sewing and tailoring activities, showcasing the blending of traditional Japanese and Western clothing styles. The scenes show women at work, with a sewing machine, cutting fabric, and interacting with children.

Technique & Style

The print features bright colors and bold outlines, characteristic of the woodblock print technique. The use of vibrant hues and clear lines emphasizes the daily life scenes, highlighting the fusion of Japanese and Western elements.

『東風俗福づくし　洋ふく』|Western Clothing from the series An Array of Auspicious Customs of Eastern Japan (Azuma fūzoku, fukuzukushi-Yōfuku), Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu

Artist & collection

Artist

Yōshū (Hashimoto) Chikanobu

Japanese, 1838–1912

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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