Woman Holding a Branch of Kerria Flowers in the Rain (parody of Ota Dokan) c. 1766 - 1767

This ukiyo-e print, "Woman Holding a Branch of Kerria Flowers in the Rain (parody of Ota Dokan)" by Suzuki Harunobu, is a beautiful example of the artist's mastery of color and composition. The print depicts a woman in a colorful kimono holding a branch of yellow kerria flowers while standing in the doorway of a traditional Japanese home. The falling rain, rendered in delicate lines, creates a sense of atmosphere and adds to the overall beauty of the scene. This work, dating back to the 18th century, exemplifies Harunobu's ability to capture the fleeting beauty of everyday life in Japan during the Edo period.