The painting depicts five women in a garden setting. The woman on the left sits on a platform, wearing a red dress with white and orange accents. A green and white dress is on the lap of the woman beside her. Three women stand to the right; one holds a fan. All wear white or light-colored clothing with red or blue accents. The background features a gold color with gray rock formations, white cherry blossoms, and a building with a brown roof and blue accents. A red curtain is visible on the right side of the building. The women have dark hair pulled back.
Artwork details
- Date:
- late 16th century
- Medium:
- Two panels of a folding screen, mounted as a hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and gold leaf on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 470 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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