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Beauties at the Seashore

Ippitsusai Bunchō

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a serene scene with a woman standing on a beach, and two women sitting on a mat to her right. The standing woman wears a flowing white kimono with a red lining and a floral pattern. She holds a fan in her right hand. A bird perches on her left hand. The two seated women wear kimonos; one is light-colored and the other has a dark plaid pattern. They sit on a green mat atop a short platform or step. A small basket sits beside them. In the background, a small boat with a single occupant sails across the water. The shore in the foreground features several plants or trees with long, thin branches. A large tree with hanging branches is visible on the right side. The color palette is muted, with shades of beige, gray, and red. The overall atmosphere suggests a tranquil setting.

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900 × 694 px
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