Scenting a kimono with incense n.d.

This woodblock print, created by the Japanese artist Yanagawa Shigenobu (1787-1832), depicts a woman scenting her kimono with incense. The artist skillfully uses color and detail to capture the delicate and intimate moment. The woman's kimono, draped over a wooden rack, is adorned with intricate patterns, suggesting both elegance and the refined taste of the Edo period. The scene is set within a traditional Japanese home, highlighting the importance of fragrance in Japanese culture and domestic life. "Scenting a kimono with incense" exemplifies the beauty and artistry of ukiyo-e, capturing a fleeting moment of everyday life.