Comments - Lovely scene of beauties in the countryside, gathering spring greens and herbs for making a special soup, a traditional custom to bring health and longevity in the New Year. The woman at right kneels down to pick a few plants, gesturing to the woman in the center, who has already filled her overturned hat. At left, a beauty relaxes with a pipe on the bench as a young boy approaches excitedly, clutching a cloth filled with greens. A blossoming plum tree frames a view of rice fields with a row of pine trees beneath a pink sky. A charming depiction of this traditional early spring activity, with an attractive landscape setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/8" x 28 3/8"

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Three separate panels. Loss at corner, slight thinning along vertical fold at side, repaired. Slight rubbing at edges, a couple creases and surface scratches. Please see photos for details.