Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818

by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818 by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Original Hokusai (1760 - 1849) Japanese Woodblock Print
Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818

Shunga - Shunga is a Japanese term for erotic pictures. Some scholars believe that the first shunga were inspired by Chinese medical manuals. Shunga prints grew in popularity in the early 18th century and the production of shunga peaked in the golden age of the print period in the late 19th century. Many ukiyo-e artists did shunga in addition to their normal specialties. The works sold well and, often at higher prices than the normal genre. So, artists had an incentive to delve into the realm of shunga. Often of very high quality and with great sensitivity to the subject, the best artists produced shunga of remarkable beauty. Shunga were rarely signed as collectors in the field know. Some of the noted artists in the field were Moronobu, Hokusai, Shigenobu and the great Utamaro.

Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818 - A wonderful, original print from Hokusai's "Overlapping Skirts" (Tsumagasane). This series, following up on "Young Pine Saplings" is in many ways very similar in style and artistry. We've never before offered prints from this series. Though less is known about this series than his other shunga, it is no less an artistic masterwork by Hokusai, evoking a sensuality and erotic expression in static figures. This series represents some of the best erotic art Hokusai ever produced. Bid now!

Artist - Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

Image Size - 10" x 7" + margins as shown

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Two panels attached at the seam. Backed with old paper. Some rubbing and soiling. A couple small losses repaired with backing. A couple creases and a few spots. Please see photos for details. Good overall.

Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818 by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)
Series; Overlapping Skirts (Tsumagasane), 1818 by Hokusai (1760 - 1849)

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