Man and Girl 1789 - 1829

"Man and Girl" is a woodblock print by Kitagawa Kikumaro, dating from 1789-1829. This vertical print depicts a woman leaning over a man, both in traditional Japanese clothing. The woman's hand is resting on the man's head. The print's subtle colors and fine lines are characteristic of the ukiyo-e genre. The intimate scene captured in this artwork reflects the popular themes of love and beauty explored in Japanese art during the Edo period. This print is currently part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.