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Two Young Men and Several Women Dining at a Tea-house on the Bank of the Sumida River

Kubo Shunman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a group of people dining at a tea-house. The scene shows a group of young men and several women wearing traditional Japanese clothing, including kimonos, sitting and standing on a wooden deck. The deck has a railing and appears to be over water, with a river and boats visible in the background. There are several round lanterns hanging from the ceiling, and trees and other greenery around the deck. The women are dressed in kimonos with various patterns, including stripes and florals. Some of the women are wearing their hair in traditional Japanese styles. The men are also wearing traditional clothing. The atmosphere appears to be relaxed and social, with the group engaged in conversation and enjoying their meal. The background shows a bridge or other structure across the river, and trees and buildings along the riverbank.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1788
Medium
Diptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 440 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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