Bellflowers (Asagao), from the series Genji in Fashionable Modern Guise (Fūryū yatsushi Genji: Asagao) 1789 - 1792

"Bellflowers (Asagao)" is a woodblock print from the series *Genji in Fashionable Modern Guise* (1789-92) by the renowned Japanese artist Chōbunsai Eishi. The print depicts a group of fashionable women in a beautifully rendered interior setting. The scene unfolds within a spacious room, showcasing a complex arrangement of interior details, such as tatami mats, screens, and intricate patterns on the walls. The women, dressed in elegant kimono and accessories, are engaged in conversation or admiring the view outside. Eishi's meticulous attention to detail, especially in the depiction of fabrics and textures, highlights the sophistication of Edo-period fashion and creates a sense of intimacy and elegance. This work embodies the captivating beauty of ukiyo-e, the Japanese art of woodblock printing, and provides a glimpse into the lives and fashions of the Japanese elite during the late Edo period.