『東風俗福づくし 大 礼ふく』|“Ceremonial Attire” from the series An Array of Auspicious Customs of Eastern Japan (Azuma fūzoku, fukuzukushi: Tairei fuku)

Executed in ink and color on paper, the work showcases meticulous attention to detail and a vibrant color palette. The interplay of textures, from the patterned floor to the light blue walls, and the inclusion of a chandelier and curtained window, contribute to a sense of depth.

Created circa 1889 by Yōshū Chikanobu, the print is now housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, though the full provenance history prior to its acquisition is not detailed here.

Part of a series highlighting auspicious customs of Eastern Japan, 'Ceremonial Attire' reflects late 19th-century interests in documenting and celebrating traditional practices amidst modernization.

As a late Edo to early Meiji period work, it contributes to the historical record of Japanese ceremonial attire and domestic interiors of the time, offering insights into the blending of traditional customs with the influences of modernity.