The First Archery Practice of the New Year (Yumi hajime), from the illustrated book "Colors of the Triple Dawn (Saishiki mitsu no asa)" c. 1787

This woodblock print, "The First Archery Practice of the New Year (Yumi hajime)", is a striking example of the work of Torii Kiyonaga, a leading artist of the late Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. Created in 1787, the print depicts a group of elegantly dressed figures participating in a traditional archery competition, a popular pastime for the Japanese nobility. Kiyonaga, known for his beautiful depiction of women and his masterful use of color, captures the elegance and sophistication of this scene with vibrant hues and delicate details.