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Three Women (from the series A Brief Collection of Japanese Beauties)
Three Women (from the series A Brief Collection of Japanese Beauties) is a print by the Romanticist artist Torii Kiyonaga. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
Three Women is a print by Torii Kiyonaga, created in 1781, and is part of the series A Brief Collection of Japanese Beauties. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three women in traditional Japanese attire, engaged in conversation or an activity, in a room with a wooden floor and a low table. The women's clothing and the serene atmosphere evoke a sense of everyday elegance.
Technique & Style
The print features muted colors, with a palette dominated by shades of black, white, gray, and pink. The composition includes a window with a view of a tree and a building outside, adding depth to the scene.
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