Scene in a Joroya 1680 - 1700

"Scene in a Joroya" is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Furuyama Moroshige, created between 1680 and 1700. The print depicts a scene from a joroya, a type of brothel popular in Edo-era Japan. The two figures in the composition are a male customer and a female prostitute, dressed in elaborate kimonos. The print is framed by an oval border, with a stylized depiction of a room's interior, and a small potted plant in the upper left corner. This work showcases the everyday life of the time, including the specific fashion, decor, and social interactions of the period.