Snow View with Three Women in Fukagawa 1780 - 1795

Katsukawa Shunchō's *Snow View with Three Women in Fukagawa* (1780–1795) is a *ukiyo-e* woodblock print that depicts three women in the Fukagawa district of Edo. The women are fashionably dressed in elaborate kimonos and are standing under an umbrella in the snow. Two roosters are in the foreground, adding a touch of whimsy to the scene. This work exemplifies the popularity of urban scenes and fashionable figures in Japanese art during the Edo period. The print is a beautiful example of Shunchō's skill in depicting the details of clothing, hairstyles, and everyday life. It's a captivating snapshot of 18th-century Edo, capturing the beauty and elegance of the women and the snowy landscape.