Young Lovers

by Koryusai (1735 - 1790)

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Young Lovers by Koryusai (1735 - 1790)

Original Koryusai (1735 - 1790) Japanese Woodblock Print
Young Lovers

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.

Comments - The print shows Koryusai's beautiful attention to pattern and detail. The wall, the screen back, the female lover's garments all exhibit distinct and delicate patterns to reflect the ecstasy of the female lover, her eyes closed in bliss. A fantastic example of Koryusai's work and an excellent chance to own an early shunga masterwork

Artist - Koryusai (1735 - 1790)

Image Size - 7 1/4" x 10"

Condition - This print with nice detail as shown. Toning, soiling at edges. Binding holes, repaired. A few spots. Please see photos for details.

Young Lovers by Koryusai (1735 - 1790)
Young Lovers by Koryusai (1735 - 1790)

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