

A woman sits on top of a carp, facing left. The woman wears a kimono with a brown and white geometric pattern and a red sash. Her hair is styled with a comb and pins, and she holds a folding fan. The carp is gray with green fins and tail, and has a large eye. The background features a light blue and white pattern resembling fish scales. There are several lines of Japanese text in black and red ink. The woman's kimono has a red and white patterned lining. The carp's mouth is open, and the woman's face is in profile.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 19th century
- Medium:
- Woodblock print (surimono); ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 559 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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