Modern Genji – Firefly Viewing (Imayō genji shiken hotaru asobi) 1861

"Modern Genji – Firefly Viewing (Imayō genji shiken hotaru asobi)" is a woodblock print created in 1861 by the Japanese artist Toyohara Kunichika (1835-1900). The artwork depicts a woman in a flowing blue robe, standing against a backdrop of a night scene with a river and fireflies. Kunichika was known for his vibrant colors and detailed depictions of everyday life. The print is an example of the "ukiyo-e" genre, a style of Japanese art that flourished during the Edo period (1603-1868), and the work captures a serene and evocative scene of the night.