Woman Putting Out a Light c. 1885

"Woman Putting Out a Light" is a woodblock print by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, a prominent artist of the late Edo period in Japan. The artwork showcases a woman in traditional Japanese garb, gracefully extinguishing a light with a fan. The vivid colors and expressive lines are characteristic of Yoshitoshi's ukiyo-e style, capturing a fleeting moment of elegance and beauty. This piece, created around 1885, exemplifies Yoshitoshi's talent for depicting the everyday lives of Japanese women.