Comments - Handsome illustration of Prince Genji and beauties in an elegant palace interior. He kneels on the floor in the center, wearing a kimono patterned with Genji symbols and grinning at the woman who carries a lantern at right. Beside him, a beauty looks over her shoulder with a shy smile, holding her sleeve against her chi. At left, a young girl carries in a black lacquer stand while the woman next to her holds a sword rack with a brocade-wrapped sword in it. The folding screen at upper right features a winter scene with a mandarin duck beneath a snow-covered blossoming plum tree. Wonderful detail in the fabrics and setting, including light embossing on the white kimono trim.
Artist - Toyokuni III/Kunisada (1786 - 1864)
Image Size - 14 1/4" x 29"
Condition - This print with excellent color and detail as shown. Three separate panels. A few small holes, repaired. Slight soiling, a few small marks. Please see photos for details.