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Women Beside a Stream Chasing Fireflies
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A group of women amuse themselves by chasing fireflies next to a stream. A sense of movement is conveyed by their sleeves fluttering in the breeze.
| Artist / Maker | Chōbunsai Eishi |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1796–97 |
| Culture / Origin | Japan, Edo period (1615–1868) |
| Medium | woodblock print; ink and color on paper |
| Dimensions | Sheet: 38.8 x 25.4 cm (15 1/4 x 10 in.) |
| Department | Japanese Art |
| Type |
About the Artist
Chōbunsai Eishi (Japanese, 1756–1829) Full biography →
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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