Print 1700 - 1735

This woodblock print, created by the Japanese artist Yuko sometime between 1700 and 1735, depicts two women reading a long scroll together. The scene is set in a domestic interior, with the women standing on a veranda looking out at a lantern and garden. The detailed portrayal of clothing, facial expressions, and the interior environment suggest a focus on daily life and personal interactions, characteristic of ukiyo-e prints. This artwork, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, provides valuable insights into the social and cultural practices of Edo-period Japan.