Takamizawa Reprints - Handsome reprint by the venerable Takamizawa publisher. Takamizawa was known as one of the finest reprint publishers of the 20th century, and produced some of the highest quality ukiyo-e woodblock reprints of all time. Drawing on the traditions and methods of the Edo era, the prints were produced replicating original Edo era colors and printed on beautiful handmade paper. The printers worked with the utmost care and great attention to detail, masterfully reproducing color and line work. All prints bear a "Takamizawa" seal on the reverse or in the margin attesting to the Takamizawa publication of these prints. A great opportunity to acquire a fine reprint of a classic ukiyo-e design.

Burning Mosquitoes - Wonderful of a beauty preparing to retire for the night. She holds a burning twist of paper up to a mosquito clinging to the mosquito netting, to rid herself of the annoying insect before going to bed. She wears a blue and white kimono patterned with butterflies and grasses over a red under robe, the sleeves pushed up against the summer heat. A fan with a design of a kabuki actor lies half under the netting on the floor. Beautiful fine line work in the mosquito netting. A charming design from this early beauty series by Kunisada.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 14 1/4" x 9 1/2" + margins as shown

Condition - Excellent overall with no issues to report.