Courtesans in the Yoshiwara

by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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Courtesans in the Yoshiwara by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Original Kunisada III (1848 - 1920) Japanese Woodblock Print
Courtesans in the Yoshiwara

Comments - Attractive image of courtesans inside a Yoshiwara teahouse. The women wear elegant kimono and obi, one robe featuring a tiger. A blossoming cherry tree in the courtyard garden can be seen at right, and glass lamps hang overhead. Nicely detailed and vibrantly colored with embossing in the white kimono collars.

Artist - Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

Image Size - 13 5/8" x 9 5/8" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with excellent color as shown. A few small holes, repaired. Toning, slight soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Courtesans in the Yoshiwara by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)
Courtesans in the Yoshiwara by Kunisada III (1848 - 1920)

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