The Third Month (Yayoi), 1858 - Charming image of Mitsuuji, the Country Genji, in a pleasure boat, watching people collecting shellfish along the shore while he waits for the tide to come in. He leans against the roof of the cabin, grinning as he takes a toothpick from his mouth. A smiling beauty leans over the edge of the boat below, wearing a floral kimono and elegant hair ornaments. The beach is crowded with vendors and fishermen as well as people gathering clams, with a few ships anchored in the bay beyond. An interesting subject with wonderful detail, including embossing in the white kimono trim.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 9 5/8"

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Lightly toned and stained as shown. One area of thinning along left-hand edge, repaired from reverse. Faint rubbing, creasing and spotting in subject. Please see photos for details. Good overall.