A Young Sanemori (Yaro Sanemori), no. 10 from a series of 12 prints depicting parodies of plays c. 1716s - 1726s

This woodblock print, "A Young Sanemori," is one of 12 prints depicting parodies of plays created by Okumura Masanobu, a prominent Japanese artist of the Edo period. The print, created sometime between the 1710s and 1720s, features a humorous portrayal of a young man dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, possibly Sanemori, a character from the play "The Loyal Ronin," in an everyday scenario. It shows a playful, satirical approach to the theater and daily life in Edo-period Japan. The detailed depiction of the characters and the intricate design of the building elements is characteristic of Masanobu's style and showcases his mastery of the woodblock printing technique. The print is now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection.