

Artisans, from the series "An Up-to-Date Parody of the Four Classes"
Colorful woodblock print divided into three panels. The scene depicts a room with green flooring and wooden furniture. The room contains eight people, all dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, with most wearing kimonos. The people are engaged in various activities: - one person sweeps the floor - one sits on the floor - one stands - one prepares food - three appear to work on crafts or hobbies - one looks on. The room has shelves with dishes and other items on the left and a window with blue shutters on the right. The background includes additional details such as a lattice window, a bucket, and various objects on tables. The style of the print is traditional Japanese ukiyo-e.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Triptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 289 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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