Not currently on view
In the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland · as of August 2026
FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG
This early hand-colored print is enriched with a technique called urushi-e (literally “lacquer picture”), in which glue is painted over areas of black pigment, producing a lustrous surface reminiscent of lacquer. Metal filings sprinkled onto the designs of parasols, a fan, and musical instruments on the woman’s kimono enhance the sense of luxury.
Be the first to share your thoughts.
Sign in to join the discussion.
Keisai Eisen (Japanese, 1790–1848) — Chōdayu of the Okamotoy
Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, c. 1754–1806) — The Courtesan Hi
Kikukawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787–1867) — Autumn Moon at the Te
Torii Kiyomasu (Japanese) — Fujimura Handayu as a Courtesan
Kikukawa Eizan (Japanese, 1787–1867) — Haze on a Clear Day a
Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, c. 1754–1806) — The Courtesan Ha
Kitagawa Hidemaro (Japanese) — Going to the Kabuki Theater i
Utagawa Toyokuni (Japanese, 1769–1825) — The Courtesan Katak
Utagawa Kunisada (Japanese, 1786–1865) — The Courtesans Hana
Kitagawa Utamaro (Japanese, c. 1754–1806) — Woman Representi
Torii Kiyonobu I (Japanese, 1664–1729) — Sanjo Kantaro as a 
Engetsudō (Japanese) — Courtesan and Attendants
