Instructive Index of All Sorts of Proverbs - Kuniyoshi's 1843 series "Instructive Index of All Sorts of Proverbs" features portraits of beauties accompanied by proverbs. At upper right, the small black square atop the title cartouche contains a hiragana character, ordering the prints in the kana syllabary order in place of numbering. The young women are shown in scenes from daily life, with the proverb contained in a text inset above. A charming and rarely seen series, with fine detail in the kimono and obi fabrics and the household furnishings.

Artist - Kuniyoshi (1797 - 1861)

Image Size - 14" x 9 5/8"

Condition - This print with excellent detail as shown. Backed with paper. Small loss at edge, wormholes, repaired. Slight toning and soiling. Please see photos for details.