

The painting depicts a serene scene of a house with a woman and a baby. The artwork features a gold background with a textured, speckled pattern. A central, irregularly shaped section contains the main image, showcasing a traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, positioned on the right side. In front of the house, on the left, is a woman wearing a traditional kimono, holding or looking at a baby who is dressed and sitting. The woman and baby are placed on a lower level, near a body of water or a pond; a small bridge is visible on the left. The house and figures are rendered in muted colors, including various shades of brown, gray, and hints of red from the flowers. The composition includes additional details like trees and plants, enhancing the tranquil, domestic scene. The frame around the painting matches the gold tone of the background, with a slightly darker border.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 19th century
- Medium
- Fan painting mounted as album leaf; tempera on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 336 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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