Two Young Attendants on New Year's Day from the series "Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune for the Hanagasa Poetry Club (Hanagasaren shichifukujin)" c. 1820

"Two Young Attendants on New Year's Day" is a woodblock print by Katsukawa Shuntei, created around 1820. This delightful print is part of a series titled "Seven Women as the Gods of Good Fortune for the Hanagasa Poetry Club," showcasing the Seven Lucky Gods in female form. This specific print features two attendants, one standing and one kneeling, dressed in traditional Japanese garb, celebrating the New Year. Their vibrant attire and lively postures capture the festive atmosphere of the occasion, while the intricate details of the furnishings and accessories, such as a lobster, fish, and decorative boxes, add to the richness and visual appeal of the work. This print is a beautiful example of the artist’s skill in depicting daily life in Edo-era Japan.