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Children Play-acting a Daimyo Procession

Torii Kiyomitsu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a traditional Japanese scene. The scene shows a group of people dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, with a mix of men and women. The women wear kimonos with floral patterns and have their hair styled in traditional Japanese buns. The men wear traditional clothing with designs and carry items like parasols. In the background, there are large windows with sliding panels and a tree with blossoms. The people appear to be indoors. The artwork is done in muted colors with black outlines. The scene shows a procession-like gathering, with the individuals arranged in a line. The overall setting suggests a cultural or ceremonial event.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1763
Medium
Woodblock print; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 440 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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