

The image depicts a Japanese-style drawing titled "Shōjō" by Katsushika Hokusai. The artwork features a woman reclining next to a large sake barrel with a flower design on the front. The woman has long hair and wears a traditional kimono with a patterned obi. She appears to be lying on her side on a surface that resembles a futon or a pile of clothing. The barrel next to her has a circular design on the front. Above the woman are four insect-like drawings, possibly bees or flies, and a bunch of fruit or flowers. The background of the image is a light beige color, with some darker spots and marks. The overall style of the drawing is simple and traditional Japanese.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 18th–19th century
- Medium:
- Ink and color on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 434 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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