Series; Pulling Komachi (Ehon Komachi-biki), 1802 - A fine, reprint from Utamaro's erotic "Embracing Komachi" (komachi-biki). Produced to celebrate the New Year in 1802, this series compares each of the women to the famed Ono no Komachi, a famous ninth-century poet. She was considered one of the six best poets of the Heian era and renowned for her incredible beauty. She was considered a paragon of beauty and her name has become synonymous with beauty in Japan. Includes a dusting of mica on the background.

Artist - Utamaro (1750 - 1806)

Image Size - 10 1/4" x 15 1/8"

Condition - With excellent color and detail. Some faint creasing at bottom edge. Please see photos for details. Excellent overall.