Girl from Akita 1926

"Girl from Akita" is a 1926 woodblock print by the prominent Japanese artist, Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934). It portrays a young woman, likely a geisha, wearing a black and white kimono with geometric patterns, creating a striking visual contrast with the minimalist background. Yumeji's work is characterized by its use of bold lines, simplified forms, and a sense of melancholy, which is evident in the figure's soft gaze and slight tilt of the head. This print exemplifies Yumeji's iconic "Bijinga" style - the art of depicting beautiful women.