The artwork titled “Looking Disagreeable – The Appearance of a Young Lady from Nagoya During the Ansei era,” is created by the distinguished artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi. It belongs to the Ukiyo-e art movement and falls under the genre of portrait. This piece is a part of the celebrated series, “Thirty-two Aspects of Daily Life.”
In the artwork, a young lady is depicted with a seemingly disagreeable expression. She is attired in traditional Japanese clothing, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. Her elaborate hairstyle is complemented by decorative hairpins. The lady’s gesture, alongside her expression, contributes to the overall theme and title of the piece. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of contrasting colors are characteristic of Yoshitoshi’s style and the Ukiyo-e movement at large. This portrayal offers a glimpse into the cultural and social nuances of the Ansei era in Japan.
