

Ōtsu-e of a Young Woman
The image depicts a young woman in traditional Japanese clothing. The woman is wearing a tan-colored kimono with orange trim and a black obi. She has long black hair pulled back into a ponytail with a white ribbon. Her kimono has a V-neckline and wide sleeves. She is sitting on her heels with her hands in front of her. Her left knee is slightly raised. She is wearing white socks or undergarments. The background of the image is tan with a thin orange border and a thicker green border. The image is rectangular.
Artwork details
- Date:
- early 19th century
- Medium:
- Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 319 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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