The Big Snowman

Kitao Shigemasa, 1759

MEDIUMColor woodblock print; mizu-e hosoban

DIMENSIONS31.7 × 14.5 cm (12 7/16 × 5 11/16 in.)

LOCATIONArt Institute of Chicago

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Kitao Shigemasa

Kitao Shigemasa, a prolific Edo-period ukiyo-e artist, was celebrated for his elegant 'beautiful women' prints and extensive book illustrations.