Artwork
Woman Passing a Roadside Shop Near Oji
Woman Passing a Roadside Shop Near Oji is a print by the Romanticist artist Katsushika Hokusai. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Woman Passing a Roadside Shop Near Oji is a print by Katsushika Hokusai, created around 1804. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively street scene with five figures engaged in daily activities. A woman stoops to pick something up, while others walk, work, or stand nearby, conveying a sense of everyday life.
Technique & Style
Hokusai's use of simple lines and soft colors creates a warm, lived-in atmosphere. The figures appear natural and relaxed, with details like baskets and fabric adding to the scene's familiarity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katsushika Hokusai spent his life in Edo, now Tokyo, where he drew and carved prints for a living.
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