Courtesan Preparing for Bed, 1861

by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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Courtesan Preparing for Bed, 1861 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Original Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864) Japanese Woodblock Print
Courtesan Preparing for Bed, 1861

Comments - Charming kabuki portrait of a courtesan preparing for bed, smiling sweetly as she looks down, a roll of tissues extending from beneath one sleeve. A folding screen decorated with blossoming irises provides privacy for the bed, and two stacks of money wrapped in paper rest atop a wooden case at lower left. An attractive design with a nicely detailed setting.

Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

Image Size - 13 7/8" x 9 3/4"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Slight paper remnants on reverse at corners from previous mounting. Slight toning, a few creases. Please see photos for details.

Courtesan Preparing for Bed, 1861 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Courtesan Preparing for Bed, 1861 by Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)

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