Comments - Attractive scene depicting three elegant courtesans with their kamuro or child apprentices strolling through the Yoshiwara at night under the blossoming cherry trees. The beauty in the center wears a red kimono with a bold design of an anchor and ropes, while the woman at left has fierce dragon on her obi. The courtesan at right wears a blue kimono with colorful phoenix on it, the long feathers trailing down to the hem, tied with a black obi featuring the takaramono or precious things. A beautifully detailed Edo era design.
Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Image Size - 14" x 29 1/8" + margins as shown
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, a few creases. Please see photos for details. Good overall.
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