Court Ladies on a Balcony Watching a Woman and a Girl Chasing a Man in the Yard under Blossoming Cherry Trees c. late 1790s

This woodblock print, created by Katsukawa Shun'ei around the late 1790s, depicts a scene of playful pursuit in a Japanese garden. The print features two women and a young girl on a balcony overlooking a courtyard where a man and another girl are chasing each other through blossoming cherry trees. The composition highlights the use of line and subtle color to depict the figures, with a focus on the delicate beauty of the blooming trees and the flowing garments of the figures. This captivating print is a beautiful example of the vibrant and intricate artistry of Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, capturing a moment of joy and lightness.