Vrouw op een brug kijkend naar de maan 1831

"Vrouw op een brug kijkend naar de maan" (Woman on a Bridge Gazing at the Moon) is a woodblock print by Katsushika Taito II, created in 1831. The artwork depicts a woman standing on a bridge, gazing up at a crescent moon. Her posture and facial expression suggest contemplation and serenity, while the delicate details of her clothing and the surrounding landscape enhance the overall sense of beauty and tranquility. The artist’s use of color and perspective create a captivating scene, highlighting the elegance and grace of the woman against the backdrop of the moonlit night. This print exemplifies the artistic style of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese art that flourished in the Edo period (1603–1868).