Series; The Sixty-nine Stations of the Kisokaido, 1852
Saigyo Hill at Oi: Iwai Kumesaburo III as Utsushie - Lovely portrait of Iwai Kumesaburo III as the young beauty Utsushie, smiling happily as she looks over her shoulder, stretching out her kimono sleeve. Her hair is pulled back into a sleek bun, adorned with a comb and hairpins decorated with delicate scrolls. Her red kimono features floral motifs with an insert of iris patterned fabric, the white trim embossed with a textured design. Saigyo Hill at Oi can be seen in the distance above, with a village at the edge of water. A charming image with fine detail in the hair.
Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Image Size - Approximately 14" x 9 1/2"
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Faint vertical center fold. A few small holes repaired from reverse. Please see photos for details. Nice overall.
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