Woman Wearing Black Hood in Front of the Hatsutaka Teahouse c. 1783

"Woman Wearing Black Hood in Front of the Hatsutaka Teahouse" is a woodblock print created by the prominent Japanese artist Torii Kiyonaga in the late 18th century. The work showcases Kiyonaga's mastery of portraying beautiful women, known as "bijin-ga," within a specific historical context. The woman in the print is elegantly dressed, her face partially obscured by a black hood. The backdrop features the Hatsutaka Teahouse, an iconic location in Edo (modern-day Tokyo), suggesting the scene's social context and the popularity of such establishments in 18th century Japan. This print, with its detailed depiction of fashion and daily life, provides valuable insight into the social customs and aesthetic preferences of the Edo period.