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Japanese women picnicing in a field, Tokyo, 18th century
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Japanese women picnicing in a field, Tokyo, 18th century
Japanese women picnicing in a field outside Tokyo, 18th century. Women smoking a tobacco pipe while waiting for a soba-shop woman to bring a kettle and tray of noodles. Handcoloured ukiyo-e woodblock print by Toyokuni Utagawa from Shikitei Sanbas Ehon Imayo Sugata (Picture Book of the Modern Forms and Figures, Tokyo, 1916. Reprint of the original from 1802
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This exquisite handcoloured ukiyo-e woodblock print, created by the renowned artist Toyokuni Utagawa in the early 19th century, captures a leisurely moment in the lives of Japanese women of the elite samurai class during the 18th century. The scene is set in a picturesque field outside Tokyo, where women dressed in the latest fashion and adorned with intricate accessories enjoy a tranquil picnic. In the foreground, women sit on tatami mats, engaged in the art of calligraphy and writing, while others wait patiently for a soba-shop woman to arrive with a kettle and tray of steaming hot noodles. One woman, with a serene expression, smokes a tobacco pipe as she watches the scene unfold. The women's attire is a testament to the opulence and elegance of the era, with their kimonos adorned with intricate patterns, coral accessories, and delicate feathers. In the background, a garden cartouche, complete with a tasselled box and paper scrolls, adds to the refined atmosphere. The print is taken from Shikitei Sanba's Ehon Imayo Sugata (Picture Book of the Modern Forms and Figures), published in Tokyo in 1916. It is a reprint of the original from 1802, showcasing the enduring appeal of Japanese art and culture. The intricate details and vibrant colours of the print transport us back in time, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle and fashion of the Japanese elite during the 18th century.
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