Comments - Charming triptych illustrating a variety of women's customs and manners. In the back room at right, a beauty conducts a traditional tea ceremony, carefully pouring a dipper of water to fill the tea bowl as her guests sit quietly watching. In the center, two women and a young girl are engaged in sewing, the floor spread with lengths of cloth, rulers, and a pair of scissors, alongside a sewing chest topped with a pincushion. At left, a beauty carries a tobacco set, smiling as she looks back over her shoulder, and in a distant room, two women arrange flowers. Stepping stones lead across a courtyard garden with a flowering cherry tree adding an attractive spring touch. A handsome design with lovely color and detail, not often seen.
Artist - Chikanobu (1838 - 1912)
Image Size - 14 1/8" x 27 3/4" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes, repaired. Slight toning. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.
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