Courtesan in a Tanabata Kimono

by Edo era artist (unsigned)

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Courtesan in a Tanabata Kimono by Edo era artist (unsigned)

Original Edo era Japanese Woodblock Print
Courtesan in a Tanabata Kimono

Comments - Charming portrait of a courtesan strolling beneath a blossoming cherry tree, pausing to look back over her shoulder with a smile. She wears a blue outer kimono patterned with bamboo decorated with poem slips for the Tanabata Festival, bordered with a brown scroll pattern. Her tall black geta clogs have three "teeth," identifying her as an oiran or high-ranking courtesan. An attractive design.

Artist - Edo era artist (unsigned)

Image Size - 12 1/4" x 8 1/4" + margins as shown

Condition - This print with good detail as shown. Small thinning spot, repaired. Slight toning, a few creases and small marks. Please see photos for details.

Courtesan in a Tanabata Kimono by Edo era artist (unsigned)
Courtesan in a Tanabata Kimono by Edo era artist (unsigned)

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