Expectant; The Appearance of a Fireman’s Wife in the Kaei Era 1888

“Expectant; The Appearance of a Fireman’s Wife in the Kaei Era” is a woodblock print from the series "One Hundred Aspects of Women" created by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in 1888. The piece portrays a young woman wearing traditional Japanese clothing and a hairstyle, gazing off into the distance. The print is a quintessential example of Yoshitoshi’s dramatic style and use of vivid color, which was characteristic of his work in the late 19th century, known as the "Shin Hanga" movement. The artist was known for his powerful and evocative prints that often depicted historical figures and scenes of everyday life.