Comments - Fantastic triptych showing courtesans strolling along the ground floor of the modern five-story Goseiro building in Edo-cho in the New Yoshiwara. They walk under an arcade that overlooks a courtyard filled with blossoming cherry trees, the five-story tower visible in the center with visitors looking over a balcony. The women are dressed in sumptuous kimono and obi in vibrant colors and striking designs. At center, a beauty turns her back to the viewer to showcase the magnificent falcon in flight on her robe. The courtesan at far right wears a blue kimono with a peacock on it. Lovely color and detail in this fascinating design, with delicate embossing in the white kimono collars and soft shading in the sky.
Artist - Yoshitora (active circa 1840 - 1880)
Image Size - 13 1/4" x 27 3/4"
Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Three panels, not attached at the seams. Paper remnants on reverse of right panel from previous backing. A few small holes and thinning spots, repaired, blends well. Soiling, faint staining, creasing. Please see photos for details.
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