The Pekingese c. 1779

"The Pekingese" is a woodblock print by the renowned Japanese artist Torii Kiyonaga, dating back to circa 1779. The artwork, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a woman in a flowing kimono holding a Pekingese dog. The delicate lines and soft tones of Kiyonaga's style evoke a sense of elegance and grace, capturing the beauty of both the woman and her canine companion. This piece is a quintessential example of the *ukiyo-e* genre, highlighting the everyday lives and fashion trends of the Edo period in Japan.