Perspective Print- Cloth Store of Owari-cho_ c. 19th century

"Perspective Print- Cloth Store of Owari-cho" is a woodblock print by the Japanese artist Sawa Sekkyō (1804-1818) from the 19th century. It is a vibrant and detailed depiction of a cloth store in Owari-cho, a district of Edo (modern-day Tokyo). The print, which features a horizontal ōban format, showcases the store's facade, with multiple shops and a lively crowd of customers and merchants. The use of bold colors and fine lines brings the bustling scene to life, highlighting the social and economic activities of Edo's bustling marketplace. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and commerce of 19th-century Japan.