The image depicts a man sitting on the floor, wearing a traditional Japanese outfit. He is dressed in a white robe with wide sleeves and a red collar, paired with blue pants featuring a floral pattern. A headband adorns his head, and he grasps a staff in his right hand. The staff has a black shaft and a curved metal piece at the top. His left hand rests on his lap, holding the edge of his robe. The background of the image is a light beige color, with Japanese writing visible in the upper right corner.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1820
- Medium:
- Woodblock print (surimono); ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 559 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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