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Actors [Out of Costume] Like Mount Fuji [Without Snow] in Summer (Yakusha natsu no Fuji), by Ichiba Tsūshō 絵本役者夏富士

Katsukawa Shunshō 勝川春章

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows an open book with two pages featuring black and white illustrations. The pages are yellowed and aged, with visible signs of wear. The left page depicts a woman in a kimono standing on a balcony or porch, looking out over a railing. She has her hair styled in an updo and wears a long-sleeved kimono with a patterned design. There are several garments hanging on the railing. The right page shows a group of people gathered around a low table, engaged in various activities. Seven individuals are present, all dressed in kimonos and seated on the floor. They appear to be eating or preparing food. The background features a wall with shelves and cabinets. Both pages include Japanese text written in black ink. The overall atmosphere suggests a traditional Japanese setting, possibly from the Edo period. The illustrations are detailed and intricate, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing everyday life scenes.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1830
Medium
Woodblock printed book; ink on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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