Smoking on a Bench 1765

"Smoking on a Bench" is a ukiyo-e woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, a renowned artist of the Edo period. Created in 1765, the work depicts a woman in traditional Japanese clothing, seated on a bench, smoking a pipe. The delicate lines and soft colors characteristic of Harunobu's style are evident in the print. The scene, a casual moment of leisure, highlights the beauty and elegance of everyday life in Edo-era Japan. The swirling smoke from the pipe and the delicate depiction of the woman's kimono contribute to the artwork's refined and evocative aesthetic.