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Entertainment on a Balcony by the Water at Nakasu, from the series, A Collection of Beautiful Modern Women of the Pleasure Quarters

Torii Kiyonaga

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a traditional Japanese woodblock print featuring a group of people gathered in a room with a balcony overlooking water. The scene shows several women and a few men, all dressed in traditional Japanese kimonos. The women are wearing intricately designed kimonos in various colors, including red, black, white, and blue. Some of the women are standing, while others are seated on the floor. The men are also dressed in traditional attire. The room has a low table with various items on it, including bowls and cups. There are two lanterns hanging from the ceiling, and a sign with Japanese characters is visible at the top of the image. In the background, a balcony with a railing overlooks a body of water with waves. The color palette is muted, with beige and tan tones dominating the scene. The overall atmosphere appears to be one of relaxation and socializing.

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900 × 684 px
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