Artwork
Woman with Papers in Mouth and Fan in Hand
Woman with Papers in Mouth and Fan in Hand is a print by the Romanticist artist Keisai Eisen. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Woman with Papers in Mouth and Fan in Hand is a print by Keisai Eisen, created in 1820. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman seated on the floor, engaged with a piece of paper, possibly a poem or letter, while holding a fan and a small bowl. The scene suggests a moment of leisure or contemplation, potentially during a tea ceremony.
Technique & Style
The woman is dressed in a loose, layered robe with a green outer layer and peach underlayer. A folded screen behind her features a miniature landscape on a blue background, adding depth to the composition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eisen lived in Edo (now Tokyo) when the city pulsed with theaters, teahouses, and woodblock prints.
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