Print 1786 - 1854

This woodblock print by Utagawa Kunisada, also known as Utagawa Toyokuni III, depicts a woman seated on a veranda, gazing out at a moonlit seascape. Created between 1786 and 1854, it exemplifies the "ukiyo-e" style, which translates to "pictures of the floating world". The print captures the transient beauty of everyday life in Edo-era Japan, highlighting the woman's elegant attire and the serene scene of boats and lanterns against the calming blue waters. This print is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.