Comments - Terrific image of beauties enjoying the evening cool from pleasure boats along the Sumida River in Edo. In the center a beauty leans over the edge of the ship to rinse her cup in the water. Her companion leans forward with an eager smile, fanning herself. A meal is laid out on a tray between them, and a large paper lantern hangs in the center of the boat. At left, a woman stands in the front of a boat, a roll of tissues tucked under her neck as she uses both hands to tie a green brocade obi around her waist. The Ryogoku Bridge can be seen in silhouette at left as fireworks explode overhead, with rays of sparks radiating across the night sky. A lovely, classic beauty triptych illustrating this favorite summer pastime, nicely detailed and shaded.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 30" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail as shown. Three panels, not attached at the seams. Losses at two top corners, several small wormholes and holes, repaired, blends well. Slight soiling and creasing, a few small stains, slight rubbing near edges. Please see photos for details. Good overall.