The Maker of Court-caps 1802

"The Maker of Court-caps" (1802) is a ukiyo-e woodblock print by Hishikawa Sōri (1797-1813). The print depicts a woman offering a court-cap to a seated man. The woman's elegant attire and the man's attentive expression suggest a scene of refined interaction. This piece, like many of Sōri's works, exemplifies the characteristic style of the Edo period, with its emphasis on everyday life and detailed portrayals of fashion and social customs. Now housed in the Rijksmuseum, this print is a captivating example of Sōri's short but impressive career as an artist, illustrating the complexities of Japanese courtly life.