The image depicts a traditional Japanese woodblock print titled "Gathering Young Flowers" by Katsukawa Shunchō. Three women are present, with the one on the left wearing a long, flowing kimono in shades of cream and pink, her hair pulled back. She holds a basket and stands beside a tree with sparse leaves. The woman in the middle wears a yellow kimono and a head covering, leaning against the tree. The woman on the right crouches, wearing a dark kimono with a floral pattern, her hair also pulled back. The background features a body of water, trees, and a grassy area with pink flowers. The color palette is muted, with shades of beige, yellow, pink, and green. The women's clothing and hairstyles are traditional Japanese. The overall scene appears serene and natural.
Artwork details
- Medium:
- Middle sheet of a triptych of woodblock prints; ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 417 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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