A Page from Possibly from the Picture Book -Tokiwa-gusa- c. 1731

This is a page from a picture book by the celebrated Japanese artist Nishikawa Sukenobu, dated around 1731. The black and white woodblock print depicts a scene of children playing outdoors with their mother. The children are wearing traditional Japanese clothing, which is finely rendered by Sukenobu, revealing a meticulous attention to detail. This page is a great example of the *ukiyo-e* style, which depicts the everyday life of the common people of Japan, often with scenes of nature and leisurely activities. The artwork, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, demonstrates the skilled artistry of Sukenobu in capturing the playful energy and beauty of childhood.