Portrait of a Beauty on a Lantern

by 19th century artist (unsigned)

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Portrait of a Beauty on a Lantern by 19th century artist (unsigned)

Original 19th century Japanese Woodblock Print
Portrait of a Beauty on a Lantern

Comments - Interesting kabuki portrait of a beauty of the side of a paper lantern decorated with large blue flowers. She looks ahead with a happy smile, a string of prayer beads hanging from the end of her sleeve. She wears an intricately patterned blue and gray kimono over a red under robe, her hair tied back with purple cord into thick, swinging ponytail. A bold design with horizontal strokes of green filling the area below the lantern. Nicely detailed with fine line work in the hair.

Artist - 19th century artist (unsigned)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 9 3/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. A few small holes, repaired. Creasing, slight toning near top edge. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Portrait of a Beauty on a Lantern by 19th century artist (unsigned)
Portrait of a Beauty on a Lantern by 19th century artist (unsigned)

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