Night Rain of the Tea Stand (Daisu no yau), from the series "Eight Views of the Parlor (Zashiki hakkei)" c. 1766

"Night Rain of the Tea Stand (Daisu no yau)" is a woodblock print by Suzuki Harunobu, a leading artist of the mid-18th century in Japan. This particular work is from the series "Eight Views of the Parlor (Zashiki hakkei)" and depicts three women in a tea room setting. The print, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, displays Harunobu's characteristic elegant lines, refined colors, and delicate depiction of clothing patterns. The "Eight Views" series presents a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of women in Edo-era Japan.