Comments - Charming scene of Prince Genji and three women enjoying an outing to view the cherry blossoms in the palace garden. The nobleman pauses at left, waiting for his companions to catch up with him as they cross stepping stones over the water. At right, a young beauty lifts the hem of her robe as she gingerly makes her way along the rounded rocks. She extends an ornate pipe in her hand, the woman in front taking hold of it to steady her. A matron follows behind, assisting the smiling princess, whose kimono features a pattern of shells with Genji symbols on them. At left, a bridge leads to a small octagonal building topped with a phoenix, where a woman removes a shoji panel in preparation for the group's visit. Flower cherry trees frame the evening sky. An attractive design, detailed with light embossing on most of the white kimono trim. Only the second time we've seen this subject.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 28 3/4"

Condition - This print with good color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. Slight paper remnant at edge, a couple small spots. Please see photos for details.