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Woman Fanning Herself After a Bath

Isoda Koryūsai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a woman fanning herself after a bath. The woman has dark hair and a pale complexion. She sits on a floor, partially nude, wrapped in a wet towel or cloth. Her left leg is bent with the foot resting on the floor, while the right leg is extended. The woman holds a fan in her right hand, fanning herself. A cat with black and white fur sits by her on the floor. In the background, there is a large window or sliding door with a red frame. The artwork is a woodblock print with muted colors. The overall composition is intimate, capturing a private moment. The artist's style emphasizes natural poses and settings. The woman's expression and body language convey relaxation. The image is a portrait of a woman in a serene, everyday scene.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Woodblock print (hashira-e); ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
122 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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