The image shows a traditional Japanese woodblock print depicting women hanging laundry on a balcony. The print is divided into two main areas: an interior on the left and an exterior balcony on the right. The interior has a tiled roof and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors made of translucent paper panels, with a woman in a white robe stepping out onto the balcony. A man in a striped robe and a woman stand inside; she holds a garment. On the balcony, several women hang laundry on a clothesline; one woman wears a pink robe and a hat. Two women talk on the right side. In the background, a mountain, buildings, and flying birds are visible. The color palette includes beige, pink, blue, and black. Green plants are at the bottom. The women wear traditional Japanese robes. The scene shows a casual, everyday moment.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 900 × 457 px
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