Comments - Attractive image of Prince Genji and his companions on a verandah in spring, enjoying the blossoming cherry trees. The nobleman grins as he looks down at a party outside a tea stand below, watching the antics of a group on an outing to view the flowers. A crouching man in a black robe wears a mask with a long nose, while another fellow in black waves a wand of bells. A third man carries a shamisen over his shoulder, laughing at a young woman whose kimono is slipping from her shoulder. Genji wears a striking black coat with a crane in flight above splashing waves over a deep blue violet kimono with patterned white insets. The young girl beside him gestures as she chats with a beauty who hides her smile of amusement with her hand. A lovely spring scene, beautifully detailed, with embossing in the white kimono trim and the feathers of the crane.

Artist - Fusatane (active circa 1850 - 1870)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 29"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Three separate panels. Horizontal and vertical folds. Small thinning spot, repaired. Slight soiling and rubbing, faint ink offsetting, a few creases and small spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.