Two Young Men and Several Women Dining at a Tea-house on the Bank of the Sumida River 1778 - 1798

This ukiyo-e woodblock print by Kubo Shunman, entitled "Two Young Men and Several Women Dining at a Tea-house on the Bank of the Sumida River," depicts a lively gathering of men and women enjoying a leisurely meal at a teahouse overlooking the Sumida River in Edo (present-day Tokyo). The scene is filled with vibrant colors and intricate details, capturing the beauty of everyday life in 18th-century Japan. The print showcases the artist's skill in capturing the elegant attire and graceful postures of his subjects, with particular attention paid to the details of the women's kimonos and the men's elaborate hairstyles. The setting along the Sumida River with boats and lanterns add to the picturesque scene, a popular subject among ukiyo-e artists.