The Eleventh Month (Juichigatsu), from the series "Popular Customs of the Twelve Months (Fuzoku juni ko)" c. 1780 - 1801

"The Eleventh Month (Juichigatsu)" from the series "Popular Customs of the Twelve Months (Fuzoku juni ko)" is a woodblock print by Katsukawa Shunchō depicting a group of women in traditional Japanese clothing. The women are walking in a procession, perhaps to a shrine or temple, as indicated by the red torii gate in the background. The bright colors and detailed patterns of their kimonos, combined with the delicate lines of the figures, showcase Shunchō's mastery of ukiyo-e. The image is a depiction of the everyday life of Japanese women during the Edo period. It captures the beauty and grace of traditional Japanese dress and customs. "The Eleventh Month (Juichigatsu)" is a fine example of ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock printing that flourished from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The print is part of the series "Popular Customs of the Twelve Months (Fuzoku juni ko)", which depicts various activities and customs of the Japanese people throughout the year.