Prince Genji Painting a Fan

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Prince Genji Painting a Fan by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Prince Genji Painting a Fan

Comments - Lovely triptych of the young Prince Genji enjoying an afternoon in a garden alongside a winding stream. He sits on a low platform covered with tatami mats, a folding fan in one hand and a brush in the other as he prepares to add a verse to it. He smiles happily at the kneeling beauty at left, who is examining a poem slip. At right, another woman approaches carrying an elegant black lacquer tobacco set. She wears an intricately patterned gray kimono tied with a floral print obi, her hair arranged in a smooth bun adorned with small clusters of flowers. The garden is filled with bush clover covered with yellow blossoms. A charming scene with wonderful color and detail, and fine bokashi shading in the blue sky.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14" x 29 7/8" + margins

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Three panels, not attached at the seams. Some small holes and tears along edges and at corners, all repaired from reverse. Minor spotting with very faint toning in subject with areas of rubbing along edges. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.

Prince Genji Painting a Fan by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Prince Genji Painting a Fan by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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