Print 1778 - 1798

This woodblock print, created by renowned Japanese artist Torii Kiyonaga between 1778 and 1798, depicts a group of elegant women in elaborate traditional attire. The vivid colors and meticulous detail of the costumes, particularly the patterned kimonos, are characteristic of Kiyonaga's style. The composition, with the figures arranged in a dynamic, yet balanced manner, draws the viewer's eye towards the central figure, who appears to be engaging in a private conversation with the woman on her right. This print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Kiyonaga's mastery of depicting the beauty and sophistication of Edo-period Japanese society.