Housecleaning, 1847 - 1852

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Housecleaning, 1847 - 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Housecleaning, 1847 - 1852

Comments - Interesting scene from the "Tale of Genji" of housecleaning taking place in a mansion. In the center, a maid scrubs the floor with a cloth on her hands and knees, a bucket of water nearby. Her long kimono sleeves are tied into a knot behind her back with a mop tucked into the knot. She smiles over her shoulder at the beauty at right, who holds her little finger to her chin, a broom leaning against the wall behind her. Prince Genji peers through at window in the center, grinning as he watches the women. The wall features a repeated pattern of Genji symbols and hollyhock leaves, with black lacquer window frames hung with reed blinds. An attractive design, beautifully detailed.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 3/4" x 28 1/8"

Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Small losses at two corners, slight separation at ends of vertical fold in left panel, repaired. Slight soiling, slight rubbing near edges, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Housecleaning, 1847 - 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Housecleaning, 1847 - 1852 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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