Beauties under an Umbrella

late 18th century

Not on view

Rain is implicit in the willow motif and the umbrella beneath which these two elegant beauties stand. The supple willow is a symbol of feminine grace as well, and the prominence of the umbrella is an effective compositional device. The artist Shunshō was noted for his effective designs for the pillar print. The women's elegant appearance was enhanced by the cropping, and thus further elongation of, the figures.

Artwork Details

Title: Beauties under an Umbrella
Artist: Katsukawa Shunshō　勝川春章 (Japanese, 1726–1792)
Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
Date: late 18th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paper
Dimensions: Pillar print; Image: 27 in. × 4 5/8 in. (68.6 × 11.7 cm)
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929
Object Number: JP1770
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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